Chondrodite on Muscovite ex Obodda

Koksha Valley, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan
Miniature, 4.5 x 3.4 x 2.4 cm
Start Time: 03/30/2014 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 04/03/2014 6:30:41 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Chondrodite is a member of the Humite Group of silicates and is an uncommon accessory species from Afghanistan. Sharp, highly lustrous, translucent/gemmy crystals to 1.0 cm are attractively scattered on the sculptural muscovite matrix. The prismatic crystals resemble spessartines in their rich orange/red color. Choice combination material. Ex Herb Obodda dealer stock and valued by Herb at $400, more than five years ago.

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