Green apatite from Pakistan 11.8g

A substantial natural green apatite crystal from Pakistan, this rough specimen presents a deep, dark forest-green color with a semi-transparent body that shows the internal character of the material. The outer surface retains some natural matrix material along the top edge, while the cleaved faces expose the true color of the crystal interior, which lightens toward a teal-blue-green in better lighting conditions. At 11.8g this is a generous piece with good presence, showing the natural hexagonal crystal structure typical of apatite specimens from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region.

Sourced from Pakistan and completely untreated, this is a natural mineral specimen as well as a potential cutting rough for gem cutting enthusiasts. Pakistan's apatite deposits produce some of the most deeply saturated green specimens available, with color that leans more toward a blue-green or forest green than the yellow-green of some other origins. It is well suited for display as a collector mineral, for crystal enthusiasts, or as a raw material for cabochon cutting.

• Stone type: Natural apatite
• Treatment: Untreated
• Form: Rough crystal
• Size: 32 x 23 x 9.3 mm
• Weight: 11.8 g
• Clarity: Semi-transparent
• Origin: Pakistan

Natural green apatite rough crystal, Pakistan - sold as shown.