Beryllonite gem xl (rare) ex Obodda

Paprok Mine, Kamdesh Dist., Nuristan Prov., Afghanistan
Miniature, 3.9 x 2.4 x 2.2 cm
Start Time: 02/01/2014 6:30:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 02/06/2014 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Beryllonite is a rare sodium, beryllium phosphate found in granitic and alkali pegmatites. Complete all-around, the very sculptural, floater parallel-growth beryllonite crystal cluster has distinct, textbook cogwheel form.This fine piece is gemmy, transparent and has lightly coated, typically serrated edges. Choice material from the Herb Obodda dealer stock.

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