Splendid Pezzottaite crystal from the type locality Sakavalana mine, Madagascar, It is 2003 identified new species of beryl named after Dr. Federico Pezzotta, Italy. The Pezzottaite has bright pinkish-red color due to Cesium. The crystal has some gemminess and waxy luster. At the lower part are seen small but sharp black Elbaite crystals. Some contacts. On acrylic base.
Marvelous!