{"product_id":"aquamarine-crystal-shigar-valley-pakistan-1","title":"Aquamarine Crystal – Shigar Valley, Pakistan","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis natural aquamarine from Shigar Valley, Pakistan, is a slender thumbnail-size single crystal with a delicate icy-blue color. Its translucent body reveals internal veils and scattered dark inclusions, while the upright mounting presents its prismatic outline clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral \/ Specimen Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural aquamarine, a blue variety of beryl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounted elongated prismatic single crystal with a broad, slightly irregular termination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very pale icy blue to nearly colorless blue, with small dark internal inclusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncommon in collectible single-crystal form; aquamarine as a mineral variety is not rare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eAl\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eSi\u003csub\u003e6\u003c\/sub\u003eO\u003csub\u003e18\u003c\/sub\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thumbnail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 × 0.7 × 2.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.3 g (mineral only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal \/ Display Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52.7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout Aquamarine\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAquamarine is the pale blue to blue-green variety of beryl, a hexagonal beryllium aluminum silicate. Its color is generally associated with iron in the crystal structure, and its Mohs hardness of 7.5–8 contributes to both its gemological importance and its popularity as a collectible crystal species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Metaphysical Associations\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn crystal traditions, aquamarine is associated with calm communication, clarity, reflection, and symbolism connected with water and travel. Some collectors use it during meditation or intention-setting, while others simply appreciate its quiet color as a contemplative display piece. \u003cem\u003eMetaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy This Specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis compact crystal offers a clean upright silhouette, soft blue coloration, and visible internal character. The black display base provides strong contrast for its subtle color and translucent form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact specimen pictured.\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mineral Treasury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53294871576943,"sku":"MT-0007","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7563\/6335\/files\/aquamarine-shigar-valley-front.jpg?v=1787781590","url":"https:\/\/mineraltreasury.com\/products\/aquamarine-crystal-shigar-valley-pakistan-1","provider":"Mineral Treasury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}