Morganite is the pink variety of the mineral beryl. This is a bright reflective stone with fairly good color. There are a couple of inclusions as seen in the photos, they are not nearly as noticeable by eye.
SKU: C079
Large Morganite
22.21 carats
$2,665.00
Out of stock
| Carats | 22.21 |
|---|---|
| Clarity | |
| Color Specification | |
| Color | Light pink |
| Dimensions (mm) | 17.4 x 13.2 |
| Origin | |
| Treatments | None |
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Morganite is the pink to orange-pink variety of beryl, a mineral that includes emerald and aquamarine.
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Morganite was first discovered in Madagascar in 1910.
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Morganite was named after American financier J.P. Morgan, who was an avid gem collector.
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On October 7th, 1989, one of the largest specimens of Morganite was discovered in Buckfield, Maine. This gem measured 30cm wide and featured a pinkish-orange color. The 50 pound morganite was eventually separated into smaller pieces with the larger portion acquiring the name “The Rose of Maine,” which now resides in Harvard’s mineral museum.
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