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Fluorite cuboctahedrons (fluorescent)
- Gibraltar Mine, Naica, Chihuahua, Mexico
- Small Cabinet, 6.5 x 5.4 x 3.8 cm
- Start Time: 07/28/2019 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 08/01/2019 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Classic and architectural fluorite from the famous Gibraltar Mine at Naica. Aesthetically intergrown and stacked, very glassy, transparent complex cuboctahedrons have pretty subtle pastel-green color. Most of the crystal faces have satin lustre, but some are water-clear, with TV screen-like views into the interior, adding drama. The prominent large crystal at the top is 3.0 cm. The sulfide matrix on the base has iridescent chalcopyrite, brassy pyrite and sphalerite. A fine combination flourite specimen from this renowned mining district. Purple fluorite fluorescent. Better in person.
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