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Zabargad Island (St. John's Island peridot)

ROCKHOUNDING PROHIBITED / VIEW ONLY DOCUMENTED

Where: Red Sea · Africa · approx. 23.62, 36.2 (vicinity only)

Why this spot: Mantle peridotite exposed on a Red Sea island

What turns up: Gem olivine (peridot) crystals; the historic ancient source of peridot

Access: Prohibited / view only.

Uninhabited protected island; landing and collecting restricted, mining ceased, material is historic

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Satellite view, historic-map overlays, tide/flow context and field notes are in the app. Exact research detail is part of Pro.

Pins are approximate by design. This page is historical research, not permission to dig. Check ownership and local law first.