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Goshenite Beryl on Schorl (Soltau Coll.)
- Davib East Farm, Karibib District, Erongo Region, Namibia
- Small Cabinet, 6.4 x 4.7 x 3.2 cm
- Start Time: 05/18/2012 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 05/24/2012 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Glassy, frosted, textbook hexagonal, colorless or goshenite beryl crystals to 8 mm are scattered near the base on this sculptural diverging specimen of highly lustrous and striated, jet-black, composite schorl crystals. A bit of feldspar is a colorful accent. Complete all-around. A very fine and uncommon combination specimen from the noted Erongo specialty collection of Heini Soltau.