Topaz

There is always something rather pleasing about chunky Topaz crystals and this semi-transparent, pale smoky-blue crystal does not disappoint!  This large miniature is just over 5 cm tall and approximately 5 x 4 cm in cross-section. Ex-matrix, the single crystal stands perfectly upright on its naturally flat base and displays a gently curved, multiple-faced termination with a perfect and undamaged apex.  Part of the back face of the termination is scooped out, but this appears entirely natural and was likely a point of attachment when in-situ.  A delightful, aesthetic, and showy Topaz from Pan-taw in the Mandalay Region of Myanmar.