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Cobaltoan Calcite
- Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Katanga, Dem. Rep. of Congo
- Small Cabinet, 5.9 x 5.0 x 3.0 cm
- Start Time: 05/01/2011 7:00:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 05/05/2011 7:00:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
The color REALLY IS THIS SHOCKING INTENSE NEON PINK-RED IN PERSON. Top percentile. Incredibly colorful and sparkly, shocking, vivid pink cobaltoan calcite microcrystals in botryoids richly line a sculptural vug in matrix on this striking specimen from the famous Mashamba West Mine. A scattering of primary malachite crystals is a super accent. Modest periphery wear is noted, but this remains a killer color and is very highly representative for this species and noted locale. This specimen would brighten up any collection. Valued at $750 for sheer color and sparkle value.