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Gem Epidote xl
- Hachupa, Shigar Valley, Skardu Dist., Baltistan, Pakistan
- Small Cabinet, 6.4 x 1.1 x 0.5 cm
- Start Time: 09/20/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 09/26/2013 6:32:17 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A stunning, water-clear, gem, epidote crystal from recent finds in Pakistan. This glassy, well-striated, tabular crystal has a nifty double termination and pleasing clove-brown color. This species is one of the most well-known of all the Alpine cleft minerals in the world, and Pakistan has been producing some of the finest epidote specimens in the world over the last 15-20 years. These specimens are seemingly identical to the classic Alpine specimens from Europe, and in certain instances, have surpassed the European specimens for quality and gemminess. Complete all-around. A trivial bit of termination edge wear is noted. The gemmy quality and rich color of this beauty are top-fllight. Valued at $450.