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Fluorite cleavage octahedron (fluorescent) ex Obodda
- Minerva No. 1 Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin Co., Illinois
- Small Cabinet, 7.4 x 5.3 x 5.0 cm
- Start Time: 11/19/2015 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 11/28/2015 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
The cleavage octahedron is a classic Illinois fluorite form. Miners would chip these out of high-grade massive fluorite as gifts or to pass the time. This large cleavage is water-clear and colorless. Common in the 1950 and 60s, you don't see many around anymore in this size. One out-of-sight corner is gently bruised. Purple fluorescence. Ex Herb Obodda dealer stock. Now you can impress your friends with a huge "diamond" octahedron!
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