Etched Fluorite corner w/ hydrocarbons (Soregaroli Coll.)

Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith Co., Tennessee
Miniature, 4.5 x 3.0 x 2.6 cm
Start Time: 12/01/2014 11:45:00 am (CST)
End Time: 12/04/2014 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Specks of hydrocarbons are clearly visible in this highly unusual and adorable etched fluorite corner from the famed Elmwood Mine. The transparent, color-zoned cube has a light purple to colorless zoned interior and classic purple edge phantoms. The back of the cube is heavily etched in a stepped-growth pattern. The presentation face is pristine. The piece looks like a star field under LW UV light! Fascinating, very fine and uncommon material from the Art Soregaroli Collection. Fairly valued at $400-500 for sharpness, color and rare style.

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