Cobaltoan Calcite

Katanga Province, Dem. Rep. of Congo
Small Cabinet, 8.5 x 6.8 x 4.9 cm
Start Time: 07/10/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/15/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Scintillating, vivid, raspberry-red, cobaltoan calcite rhombs fill a striking, large vug in matrix on this sensational and very colorful specimen from the famous coppe mines of Katanga. This striking and fine piece would brighten up any collection. Pieces of this quality are seldom on the market today. It displays well without any aid.

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