Fluorite (fluorescent) on Quartz

Riemvasmaak, Kakamas, Northern Cape Prov., South Africa
Small Cabinet, 6.7 x 6.3 x 3.8 cm
Start Time: 09/03/2015 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 09/10/2015 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A 4.0 cm, gemmy and lustrous, unique grass-green fluorite octahedron is artistically set on the sculptural matrix of robust, sharply terminated, translucent, quartz crystals. Matrix Riemvasmaak fluorite specimens of this aesthetic quality are very uncommon. The frontal prism face of the octo is strikingly and uniquely etched. This is a very fine combination specimen. Pristine. This fine piece has dramatic quality and these are contemporary classics. Valued at $1000-1250. Bright purple fluorescence.

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