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Large Morganite xl (RARE CALIFORNIA LOCALE)
- Elizabeth R. Mine, San Diego Co., California
- Small Cabinet, 8.7 x 8.0 x 6.7 cm
- Start Time: 05/22/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 05/29/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Morganite crystals of this huge size are rare from this less well-known San Diego County pegmatite! This most impressive, complete all-around, hexagonal crystal has a fabulous gemmy, transparent to translucent face with gorgeous, vivid pink color to frosted, nearly matte, colorless faces. The striking, etched cavity in the termination really adds drama! One contacted side has embedded pearlescent muscovite books. Every side of this hexagonal monster has a different look. The piece is in outstanding shape. The termination is pristine. Two sides have partial contacting (muscovite side) and another side, with no damage, per se. The only and minimal side bruising is below the second contacted side. 721 grams mass, or 1.6 pounds weight. Try to find another monster this size! A MUST for the San Diego pegmatite collector! Valued at $5000-6000.