Hematite pseudomorph after Magnetite

Payún Matrú volcano, Altiplano de Payún Matrú, Agua Escondida District, Malargüe Department, Mendoza Province, Argentina
Miniature, 3.6 x 2.3 x 2.1 cm
Start Time: 07/07/2022 9:00:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/14/2022 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
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Winning Bid: $45
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Item Description

Some of the most distinctive pseudomorphs in the world are these beautiful examples of Hematite after Magnetite from the Payun Volcano locality, which lies just outside of Patagonia in southern Argentina. We've seen these pieces trickle out sporadically over the last 20 years or so. I never get tired of seeing them as they continue to surprise us with the gorgeous forms and geometric shapes. The Hematite has replaced the stunning sculptural form of the original octahedral Magnetite crystals to create this gorgeous complete "floater" pseudomorph. This eye-catching specimen has good luster, impressive, razor-sharp, faces and a beautiful metallic silvery-grey hue on the surface. No damage.

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Bidding History

Bid Amount Bid Time
$45 07/13/2022 12:23:26 am (CDT)
$40 * 07/13/2022 12:23:18 am (CDT)
$40 * 07/13/2022 12:23:18 am (CDT)
$35 07/13/2022 12:23:09 am (CDT)
$30 07/13/2022 12:23:09 am (CDT)
$10 07/08/2022 11:22:36 am (CDT)
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