Rubies and pink sapphires from the Pamir Mountain Range in Tajikistan, former USSR

Journal of Gemmology
Written By Precious Braswell
Photomicrograph: Christopher P. Smith, 48x magnification

Photomicrograph: Christopher P. Smith, 48x magnification

A small number of gem-quality rubies and pink sapphires are being recovered from marble-type deposits in the Pamir mountains of the Republic of Tajikistan, southern portion of the former USSR. Presented in detail are the standard gemmological properties and internal features of a few samples from this remote locality. Some distinctive inclusion patterns were noted and a variety of mineral inclusions were identified. In addition, the spectral characteristics and chemical composition of the samples are provided.

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