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Axinite-(Fe) & Diopside (RARE combo) ex Obodda
- Nuristan, Laghman Province, Afghanistan
- Small Cabinet, 7.8 x 6.5 x 5.5 cm
- Start Time: 01/15/2016 6:45:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 01/21/2016 6:36:26 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Axinite-(Fe) is EXTREMELY RARE from any Afghanistan locality. Striking, large, glassy, translucent, tan tapered prisms with sharp edges and striated, stepped-growth faces are dramatically intergrown. The impressive large blade is 4.5 cm across at the top edge. Glassy, mint-green diopside prisms at the base on one side are a super and rare accent. Complete all-around and pristine. A possibly unique combination piece from the Herb Obodda dealer stock. Herb valued this piece at $600, more than 6 years ago. Valued today at $1000-1200 for unique rarity and quality. Try to find another!
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