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Topaz – An ancient name for a modern gem
The name “topaz” has ancient and fascinating origins: it may derive from the island of Topazos in the Red Sea, or from the Sanskrit word “tapas,” meaning fire. Although known for millennia, the sky-blue topaz from Teixerinha only began gaining prominence on the market in recent decades, becoming a symbol of modern Brazilian mineralogy.
This transparent, crystalline specimen represents a new vision of topaz: not merely a gemstone for cutting, but a collectible object to study and admire in its natural form. Mounted on a plexiglass base without any restoration, it bridges the gap between historical legacy and contemporary appreciation.
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💎 Topaz - Specimen mounted on custom plexiglass base - No restoration. Selected by @pezzottafederico and @urban_strahler
📍 Teixerinha, Minas Gerais, Brazil
📏 Dimensions: Height: 6 cm – Width: 5 cm – Depth: 5 cm
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🔎 Source: @mindatorg
📸 Photo and Video @federico_picciani
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Topaz – Witness of a silent genesis
The blue topazes of Teixerinha are the result of a long geological process under unique conditions. They form within pegmatitic cavities rich in fluorine, where thermal and chemical stability allows the crystallization of transparent, well-developed topaz crystals.
Their clarity is a sign of chemical purity and slow growth, supported by the abundance of elements like aluminum and fluorine. The association with golden mica, typical of the locality, confirms the pegmatitic nature of the formation environment. Every texture visible on the crystal’s faces reflects the phases of growth and the fluctuations in hydrothermal solutions.
This complete, intact specimen silently tells the story of the geological balance that gave rise to one of the most sought-after gems by collectors.
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💎 Topaz - Specimen mounted on custom plexiglass base - No restoration. Selected by Federico Pezzotta and Alessandro Paladini
📍 Teixerinha, Minas Gerais, Brazil
📏 Dimensions: Height: 6 cm – Width: 5 cm – Depth: 5 cm
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🔎 Source: @mindatorg
📸 Photo and Video @federico_picciani
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Topaz - A balance of blue and light
When we think of transparent blue minerals, aquamarine usually comes to mind. But experienced collectors know there’s another silent protagonist worth attention: Brazilian topaz.
This specimen from Teixerinha, in the state of Minas Gerais, is a perfect example.
The crystal is a small miracle of balance between shape and transparency. Its surface captures light from every angle, while the interior reveals aquatic shades and characteristic textures that speak of its natural formation. The presence of golden mica, discreet yet unmistakable, is the hallmark of its origin.
Devoid of matrix but mounted on a custom plexiglass base made in our labs, this topaz is ready to be admired and displayed in its purest form. Every detail has been preserved: no restoration, just the power of natural elegance.
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💎 Topaz - Specimen mounted on custom plexiglass base - No restoration
📍 Teixerinha, Minas Gerais, Brazil
📏 Dimensions: Height: 6 cm – Width: 5 cm – Depth: 5 cm
👨🏼🔬 MCP Lab
🔎 Source: @mindatorg
📸 Photo and Video @federico_picciani
#minerals #crystals #gemstones #geology #mineralcollection #topaz #brazil
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Fluorite [CaF₂] – An alpine poem carved in transparency
This fluorite crystal, with its violet hues fading into icy gneiss, seems to hold the essence of an Alpine winter. A frozen fragment of landscape: light, silence, and structure fused into a near-musical harmony.
The cube’s elegance, its ethereal sheen, and the visual dialogue with quartz and epidote make it a piece to be both admired and contemplated. Perfect for collectors seeking emotion as well as perfection.
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💎 Fluorite [CaF₂] - Specimen restored in MCP Lab - Selected by @pezzottafederico and @urban_strahler
📍 Baceno, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola Province, Piedmont, Italy
📏 Dimensions: Height: 10 cm – Width: 8 cm – Depth: 4 cm – Fluorite crystal: 2.5 cm
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🔎 Source: @mindatorg
📸 Photo and Video @federico_picciani
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Fluorite [CaF₂] – The discipline of symmetry in its purest form
Fluorite belongs to the cubic crystal system—one of the simplest and most harmonious in nature. This specimen is a clear example: clean faces, balanced proportions, and violet transparencies that shift with the light.
Its association with quartz and epidote is typical of Baceno, making it immediately recognizable. The presence of a white gneiss matrix, a complex metamorphic rock, further enhances its mineralogical value.
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💎 Fluorite [CaF₂] - Specimen restored in MCP Lab - Selected by @pezzottafederico and @urban_strahler
📍 Baceno, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola Province, Piedmont, Italy
📏 Dimensions: Height: 10 cm – Width: 8 cm – Depth: 4 cm – Fluorite crystal: 2.5 cm
👨🏼🔬 MCP Lab
🔎 Source: @mindatorg
📸 Photo and Video @federico_picciani
#minerals #crystals #gemstones #geology #mineralcollection #fluorite #italy
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