Iridescent Covellite (classic Colorado)

Item Description

Summitville, Colorado covellite of this quality is rarer than Butte covellite and is considered by many to be the finest covellite in the world. This striking, large, upright, two-sided specimen features large, intergrown metallic plates of iridescent, golden-bronze, magenta, and peacock-blue covellite on all sides. The blades reach 4.8 cm and the large magenta blade is striking. Solid covellite, this is an outstanding example of the species and famous locale. One of the best Summitville covellite we have offered at auction. Valued at $900-1000. MUCH, MUCH BETTER IN PERSON!!