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Museum-Grade Golden Beryl (Heliodore) with a Fully Formed 12–14 mm Rock Crystal Twin Inclusion – Khoroshiv, Ukraine (Volodarsk-Volynskyi)
A Geological Wonder of World-Class Status
We are thrilled to present an absolute sensation for gemstone and inclusion collectors worldwide. This cabinet-sized masterpiece features a breathtaking, highly transparent Golden Beryl (Heliodor) that completely encapsulates a fully formed (idiomorphic), 12–14 mm Rock Crystal (Quartz) twin crystal.
While microscopic inclusions are common, finding a perfectly crystallized, macro-sized quartz twin suspended like a frozen sculpture inside a flawless beryl matrix is a one-in-a-million paradox of nature. The optical clarity of the host heliodor offers a perfect, three-dimensional window into this millions-of-years-old geological phenomenon.
The Origin & Political Context
This specimen originates from the legendary pegmatite fields of Khoroshiv (Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukraine), located in the historic region of Volhynia.
Note on Nomenclature: In older mineralogical literature, this world-renowned locality was documented under its Soviet/Russian name Volodarsk-Volynskyi. Today, we strictly use the official and politically correct Ukrainian designation Khoroshiv, preserving both the geological heritage and the modern identity of the region.
This specimen originates from the legendary pegmatite fields of Khoroshiv (Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukraine), located in the historic region of Volhynia.
Note on Nomenclature: In older mineralogical literature, this world-renowned locality was documented under its Soviet/Russian name Volodarsk-Volynskyi. Today, we strictly use the official and politically correct Ukrainian designation Khoroshiv, preserving both the geological heritage and the modern identity of the region.
Key Features & Collector's Value:
- The Inclusion: A beautifully structured, 12–14 mm Rock Crystal parallel growth (twin crystal) with perfectly preserved pyramidal faces and prism planes.
- The Host: High-gem-quality, vibrant golden-yellow Heliodor with professional partial polishing to maximize internal visibility.
- Rarity: A premier investment piece for high-end mineral collections, museums, or connoisseurs of rare natural arts.
- Locality: Khoroshiv pegmatites, Zhytomyr Oblast, Volhynia, Ukraine.

