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Hutchinsonite and Orpiment
- Quiruvilca Mine, La Libertad Department, Peru
- Miniature, 5.0 x 4.8 x 3.0 cm
- Start Time: 08/09/2010 6:00:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 08/24/2010 6:00:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Classic specimen from what is undoubtedly the world's best location for the Hutchinsonite crystals. The Orpiment extends in a band from end to end of the specimen, growing in lustrous, fine yellow-orange needles up to several mm. The color and luster are very good. The Hutchinsonite, which is very rare, covers the entire face of the specimen, and is in finely-crystallized to well-crystallized blades. A couple of the Huthinsonites are actually in radial sprays up to 1 cm tip-to-tip, and are very aesthetic. The needles are sharp and have a superb metallic luster. A terrific and rare specimen of this rare THALLIUM containing species. Valued $400.