Cavansite on Stilbite

Wagholi Quarry, Pune (Poonah) District, Maharashtra, India
Cabinet, 9.1 x 4.4 x 3.5 cm
Start Time: 10/16/2008 8:00:00 am (CDT)
End Time: 10/23/2008 8:00:00 pm (CDT)
Auction Closed

Item Description

Delightful and very attractive Cavansite specimen consisting of two separate clusters of Cavansite on a matrix of drusy Quartz and Stilbite. Each Cavansite cluster consists of both radial sprays and balls ranging up to 1.5 cm. The sprays of more individualized, sharp crystals are a more rare habit, though, and highly desired. Also, this pieces has a 3-dimensionality to it, in that they "pop up" visually from the matrix more than usual. The color is the deep blue you always hope to find, and the luster is equally choice. This excellent specimen is aesthetic, balanced, and way above average. In a world full of Cavansites, this stands well above the crowd. Valued $2000

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