Green Tourmaline Elbaite with Quartz on Matrix

A graceful cluster of green tourmaline crystals set in clear to milky quartz matrix, collected from the mineral-rich Nuristan Province of Afghanistan. The slender, well-formed tourmaline prisms emerge naturally from the quartz host, creating a striking contrast between the vivid green crystals and the earthy matrix.

This is a beautiful small cabinet specimen for collectors who appreciate classic pegmatite minerals, natural crystal formations, and colorful tourmaline pieces. The specimen displays sharp crystal definition, attractive luster, and a clean presentation size that makes it easy to display.

Mineral Details

• Mineral: Green Tourmaline / Elbaite with Quartz
• Locality: Papra, Paprok, Kamdesh District, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan
• Size: Approx. 3.5 × 2.9 × 2.2 cm
• Largest Crystal: Approx. 1.6 cm
• Weight: Approx. 21.5 g
• Type: Natural mineral specimen
• Quantity: One available — you will receive the exact specimen shown

Geologist’s Note

Tourmaline-quartz associations like this commonly form in granitic pegmatites, where boron-rich fluids allow tourmaline crystals to grow alongside quartz during the later stages of magmatic cooling. Nuristan is well known among collectors for producing sharply defined tourmaline crystals with attractive color and classic pegmatite associations.

Perfect for a mineral collection, display shelf, study specimen, or unique natural gift.