Tourmaline on Feldspar and Quartz - Specimen fossil coral specimen with enough clarity and shape

with enough clarity and shape to show why natural tanzanite crystals are so appealing on their own

working it out for a couple days

known for its striking banded patterns and wide range of colors

forming a ridge-like structure that reflects growth into an open cavity

and a radiant glassy luster

Tourmaline on Feldspar and Quartz - Specimen fossil coral specimen with enough clarity and shapeMined from: Errachidia Province, High Atlas Mountains, Dra Tafilalet Region, Morocco Description: This one of a kind specimen presents a heavier, more block dominant feldspar structure compared to typical Moroccan tourmaline pieces, with large, well formed feldspar crystals creating a strong geometric framework. The feldspar shows a pale cream to off white coloration with subtle weathering and surface texture, while clusters of smoky grey quartz