Gem "Imperial" Topaz (8 grams)

Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Miniature, 4.7 x 1.1 x 0.7 cm
Start Time: 06/27/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/01/2010 6:30:03 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

"Imperial" topaz from Ouro Preto, Brazil is a "Holy Grail" topaz varietal, most collectors look for. This classic, gorgeous, gemmy and lustrous, complete all-around, striated crystal has beautiful, golden-orange color and excellent luster and fire. This is a gem quality, cutter crystal with very little internal crazing. A very fine crystal from the renowned locale. Very nearly pristine, with only a bit of super-trivial, barely noticeable side wear. 8 grams. Valued at $750-950. MUCH, MUCH BETTER IN PERSON!

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