The Karakoram of northern Pakistan holds some of the finest gem pegmatites on Earth: the Shigar and Braldu valleys near Skardu produce first-rate aquamarine, pink and golden topaz, tourmaline and fluorite, dug at altitude by local families and carried down the valleys. Pakistani specimens dominate the top end of the mineral trade. Buy at Skardu, Gilgit or through the international dealers.
Aquamarine, topaz, tourmaline
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