Certified Pakistani Aquamarine Crystal on Sparkling Muscovite Matrix – Terminated 106.35-Ct Collector Specimen

GLverify.com Certificate No: 901086564651

Certified Value: US $165.00

Specimen Type: Aquamarine on Muscovite Mica Matrix
Origin: Northern Pakistan – Gilgit-Baltistan Pegmatite Belt
Weight: 106.35 Carats (21.27 grams)
Primary Mineral: Aquamarine (Blue Beryl)
Associated Minerals: Muscovite Mica, Minor Feldspar/Quartz
Condition: Naturally terminated aquamarine crystal with partial etching and contact areas; muscovite rosettes intact
Overall Grade: Collector Quality – Attractive contrast, well-defined termination, classic Pakistani pegmatite character

🔍 COMPLETE MINERALOGICAL EVALUATION
1. Mineral Identification
✓ Aquamarine (Blue Beryl) – Primary Crystal

Visible as:
A prominent elongated hexagonal prism with a defined termination
Pale icy-blue coloration typical of Pakistani aquamarine
Partial translucency with internal veils, growth zoning, and natural etching
Clean faces with minor contact marks
These characteristics strongly indicate aquamarine (Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈).

✓ Muscovite Mica – Secondary Mineral
Seen as:
Silvery-brown to champagne-colored mica books
Radiating “flower-like” clusters around the aquamarine
High luster, layered sheets, and perfect basal cleavage
This is Muscovite, a very common and beautiful matrix for beryl specimens from Pakistan.

✓ Minor Accessory Minerals
While less dominant, the matrix also appears to include:
Feldspar (likely microcline or albite): Chalky white patches beneath the aquamarine
Quartz: Small intergrown crystalline masses around the mica
These are typical gangue minerals in granite pegmatites, confirming the specimen’s geological authenticity.

2. Structural Description
This Specimen displays:
A single main aquamarine crystal with a clearly terminated tip
Secondary aquamarine growths partially emerging from the muscovite clusters
Muscovite rosettes forming a natural cradle around the beryl
Attractive contrast between the silver mica and the icy blue aquamarine
A well-balanced form suitable for display from multiple angles
Aesthetic upward-rising crystal orientation—ideal for cabinet display
The termination, though naturally etched, remains sharp and eye-catching.

3. Geological Context
This Specimen originates from the Himalayan Pegmatite Fields of Northern Pakistan, one of the world’s premier aquamarine sources.
Key geological characteristics:
Formed in rare-element granitic pegmatites
Crystallized under slow cooling, allowing large, well-shaped crystals
Muscovite and feldspar coexist as typical pegmatite associates
Geological setting parallels world-famous localities such as Shigar Valley and Skardu District
This matrix–crystal association is a signature Pakistani combination, highly recognized among collectors.

Condition & Authenticity Assessment
100% natural aquamarine
Unheated and untreated
No dyeing, coating, or stabilization
Retains original growth surfaces and internal crystal features

Suitable for:
Mineral specimen collections
Display pieces
Educational or certification purposes