{"product_id":"morganite-specimen","title":"Etched Morganite - Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eed from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Nuristan \/ Kunar region, Afghanistan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eThis one of a kind morganite specimen from Afghanistan shows a softer, more natural expression of pink beryl, with a pale peach tone that shifts subtly depending on lighting. Rather than clean, textbook crystal faces, this piece has a more etched and sculpted appearance, with rounded edges, internal fractures, and uneven surfaces that give it character. The translucency allows light to move through the piece in patches, highlighting internal structures and giving it a layered, almost fluid look when viewed from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eMorganite forms in granitic pegmatites, where slow cooling and high concentrations of volatile elements allow large crystals to develop. The pink coloration comes from trace amounts of manganese substituting into the beryl structure. Afghanistan is known for producing high-quality pegmatite minerals, and many specimens from this region show signs of natural chemical etching or partial dissolution, which happens when late-stage fluids alter the crystal after it has formed. That process gives pieces like this their softened edges and textured surfaces rather than sharp, pristine terminations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eMetaphysically, morganite is often associated with emotional balance, patience, and a calmer, more grounded form of connection. It tends to appeal to people looking for something steady and understated rather than intense, often linked with themes of compassion and emotional clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1pc\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWith this product, you will get the actual stone in the photograph.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48186078757034,"sku":null,"price":560.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/newetchedmorganite-2.jpg?v=1778536962","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/ar\/products\/morganite-specimen","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}