Amazonite with Smoky Quartz (ex Rich Kosnar Collection)

Item Description

This is a classic display specimen from one of the most storied and well known districts in Colorado. The pegmatites near the Lake George area of Colorado have produced what collectors and dealers know to be the finest Amazonite specimens from the standpoint of color, quality, wonderful display specimens and excellent associations. This particular specimen is a great display piece featuring sharp well-formed, rich blue-green color Amazonite crystals up to 2.7 long with associated pale and dark Smoky Quartz crystals. This piece is unrepaired, unrestored and not treated in anyway whatsoever. Save the pale Smoky Quartz crystals on the bottom front portion of the specimen, the piece is essentially damage free. Keep in mind that the best of these specimens (especially with top color) sell for big money these days, and considering that fewer and fewer top quality specimens are found each year, this one would make a great addition to any collection. Keep in mind that this specimen was collected nearly 35 years ago (December 27, 1975), when Richard Kosnar found some of the finest color Amazonite from Colorado extant. Don't miss out on this great Colorado "classic". Valued at $1250-$1500.