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Hematite pseudomorph after Magnetite (ex John Arnaud Collection)
- Payun volcano, Altiplano de Payun Matru, Malargue Department, Mendoza, Argentina
- Small Cabinet, 4.1 x 3.7 x 2.6 cm
- Start Time: 03/04/2013 6:45:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 03/21/2013 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
This area just outside of Patagonia, is f amous for its pseudomorphs of Hematite after Magnetite. Over much of the time since 2002, in spurts, these unique specimens have trickled out of this area and continue to surprise us with the sharp symmetry of these amazing pseudomorphs. The hematite has replaced the stunning sculptural form of the original octahedral magnetite crystals. This eye-catching specimen has a good luster and some of the pseudomorphs have impressive sharp faces. It is complete-all-around and in very good shape.