Origin: Paprok, Kunar, Afghanistan
Size: 116 x 83 x 73 mm
Weight: 598 grams
This exquisite specimen from Paprok, Kunar, Afghanistan features a rare and visually captivating combination of pink apatite crystals nestled alongside vibrant watermelon tourmaline. The pink apatite exhibits a soft, glowing luster and excellent crystal habit, while the watermelon tourmaline shows beautiful zoning—from pink cores to green outer rims—true to its name.
Paprok is globally renowned for producing some of the most sought-after tourmalines and associated minerals, and this piece is a testament to the region’s mineralogical prestige. The contrasting colors and well-formed crystals make it an ideal showpiece for collectors and connoisseurs of fine minerals.
Mineral Types: Pink Apatite & Watermelon Tourmaline
Color: Soft pinks, deep greens, and vibrant pink tourmaline cores
Crystal Habit: Well-formed, naturally terminated crystals
Notable Features: Aesthetic combination of rare species, striking color contrast, and excellent condition
A stunning and harmonious blend of rare minerals—this specimen is both a geological marvel and a work of natural art.