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Cinnabar on Dolomite with Calcite ex. Obodda Coll.
- Wanshan Mine, Tongren, Guizhou Province, China
- Small Cabinet, 7.7 x 5.7 x 2.9 cm
- Start Time: 09/08/2012 6:00:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 09/20/2012 6:00:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A stunning specimen with BRIGHT RED cinnabar crystals to approx. 1 cm scattered on a CRYSTALLIZED white dolomite matrix, highlighted by the rare association of a sharp, twinned, yellow calcite crystal (uncommon for the locale). The condition of the piece is exceptional and the style of these crystals of cinnabar is one of the more seldom seen habits for the species from the classic Chinese mines. They are cherry-red, super lustrous, and sharp. Better in Person! This is from the private collection of longtime dealer Herb Obodda. valued at $2500