Fluornatromicrolite (rare Ta oxide) and Topaz ex Obodda

Item Description

Fluornatromicrolite is a very rare tantalum oxide with fluorine recently found in 1998 and is typically found in pegmatites. This showy, outstanding and rare combination thumbnail features a well-placed, 9 mm cluster of gemmy, honey-yellow octahedrons next to a water-clear, gem topaz crystal with a chisel termination. A superbly placed, upright muscovite book behind the fluornatromicrolite is a beautiful compliment on the bladed cleavelandite matrix. Ex Herb Obodda dealer stock. Very rarely available in this fine combination quality. valued $400