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fine Mellite crystal (rare) fluorescent ex Obodda
- Csordakuti Mine, Bicske-Zsambeki Basin, Fejer Co., Hungary
- Miniature, 3.9 x 3.2 x 2.4 cm
- Start Time: 12/01/2013 6:15:00 am (CST)
- End Time: 12/05/2013 6:30:58 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Very uncommon on the market, this is a fine matrix example of the unique, organic-based mineral mellite, most of which come from Hungary. The two well-placed, sharp crystals have textbook tetragonal form, fine luster and translucence and classic mottled brown color. Both tips are very gently bruised, which is certainly not a detraction. An excellent display quality miniature of this rarity. You just do not see these for sale often! Ghostly white fluorescence. Ex Herb Obodda dealer stock. Herb valued this excellent piece at $450, more than five years ago.