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Mixed Minerals
November 12, 2014  ·  4 specimens

TS227 - Cuprian Smithsonite  sold

Tsumeb, Namibia
Small Cabinet - 5.6 x 3.8 x 2 cm



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Cuprian Smithsonite Cuprian Smithsonite Cuprian Smithsonite

Bright green Smithsonite crystals that contrast well against the white Dolomite matrix.


TS231 - Smithsonite on Cerussite  sold

Tsumeb, Namibia
Miniature - 4 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm



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Smithsonite on Cerussite Smithsonite on Cerussite Smithsonite on Cerussite Smithsonite on Cerussite

Fine quality Cerussite associated with Pink Smithsonite. Cerussite has some chipping is in overall good condition. Beautiful specimen.


A879 - Spinel  sold

Luc Yen, Yen Bai Prov., Vietnam
Miniature - 3.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm



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Spinel Spinel Spinel

Cluster of red Spinel crystals. The crystals are twinned by the spinel-law giving a roughly triangular form rather thanthe typical octahedral shape. Great luster and good size with the main crystal 3cm on edge.


A881 - Elbaite var. Indicolite  sold

Kunar Prov., Afghanistan
Thumbnail - 1.2 x 1 x 0.6 cm



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Elbaite var. Indicolite Elbaite var. Indicolite

Complete, terminated pair of attached Indicolite crystals. Gem quality crystal I purchased out of a parcel of gem rough from an Afghan dealer perhaps 10 years ago. Excellent blue color which is only rarely found.


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