Ferberite, Siderite, Dolomite & Muscovite (Matioli Coll.)

Barroca Grande Mine, Panasqueira, Castelo Branco, Portugal
Cabinet, 10.3 x 7.0 x 6.8 cm
Start Time: 06/26/2015 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/02/2015 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

An impressive and sculptural large combination from this famous locale and the Matioli Collection. A striking, terminated, striated, lustrous, jet-black, tabular ferberite crystal is the focal point. A crown of layered, hexagonal siderite crystals is a super accent. Partially covering the ferberite are dense clusters of muscovite rosettes and cream-colored dolomite crystals. The back is totally covered with mostly dolomite with some siderite and muscovite. The front is pristine. Classic, excellent and dramatic combination material from Panasqueira.

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