DT "Imperial" Topaz (19.08 carats)

Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Miniature, 4.6 x 1.7 x 1.3 cm
Start Time: 03/17/2012 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 03/22/2012 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

"Imperial" topaz from Ouro Preto, Brazil is a "Holy Grail" topaz varietal, most collectors look for. This classic, gorgeous, gemmy and lustrous, complete all-around, striated crystal has beautiful, golden-orange color and excellent luster and fire. This is an excellent quality larger crystal with a steep termination. The internal crazing adds much character. A fine crystal from the renowned locale. Pristine and doubly terminated. The lower termination is included and contacted, but there is no damage, per se. We found this set-aside lot in the move, and I had bought it years ago in a large deal. I cannot replace them today for prices they go for here. Older material. 16.8 grams. Valued at $500-700. MUCH, MUCH BETTER IN PERSON!

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