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DT Calcite xl w/ Gyrolite (rare) Trimingham Coll.
- Nashik District, Maharashtra, India
- Miniature, 4.6 x 3.6 x 2.6 cm
- Start Time: 02/27/2014 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 03/06/2014 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A rare and beautiful combination calcite from the Nashik Quarry. A doubly terminated, colorless gem calcite crystal has a striking iron oxide inclusions in the center and is dramatically accented with a sprinkling of bladed gyrolite balls. The lustrous crystal is transparent, but most of the faces are lightly frosted. This stunning miniature is pristine in the display view. The contact is on the back. A very rare and choice combination calcite. Ex Bob Trimingham Collection and purchased in 1985.