Väyrynenite

Väyrynenite is an exceedingly rare manganese-beryllium phosphate and this 3.9 cm tall, perfectly terminated crystal, is a wonderful example of the species. From Shengus in the Haramosh Mountains of Skardu, Pakistan, this ex-matrix translucent crystal is mottled candy to coral pink and contains occasional wispy and patchy black inclusions, although these are sparce. The crystal has a steep-sided, asymmetric termination and is mounted vertically on a small bevelled clear acrylic base. Specimens of any form of Väyrynenite are uncommon to say the least, but a crystal such as this is exceptional.