Large twisted Smoky Quartz gwindel w/ Chlorite (Belsky Coll.)

probably Graubunden, Switzerland
Cabinet, 11.8 x 8.7 x 3.8 cm
Start Time: 11/13/2011 6:30:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 11/17/2011 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

A very impressive, large, twisted, smoky quartz gwindel. The crystals on this strikingly angled, stairstep-like cluster are water-clear and have rich smoky color. Sparkly chlorite microcrystals preferentially coat and etch many of the faces. The large, lower smoky is doubly terminated. This outstanding 360-degree specimen is essentially pristine, with only periphery wear at the base. Ex Howard Belsky Collection. A classic and exceptional large specimen of this varietal from the well known suite amassed by Belsky as a dealer and collector before his untimely passing in 1987. Valued at $1000-1500. MUCH, MUCH BETTER IN PERSON!!

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