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Beryl (variety: Heliodor)

Golden beryl, or heliodor, gets its name from the Greek words for sun and gift. Iron gives the specimen its yellow glow. Different amounts of iron create a color range that includes green beryl.

Group: Silicates
Image Number: MSA 50
Catalog Number: C0586700
Frederick A. Canfield

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