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Orpiment (classic 2001 find)
- Cut 20, Twin Creeks Mine, Humboldt Co., Nevada
- Small Cabinet, 7.8 x 6.0 x 4.5 cm
- Start Time: 07/15/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 07/25/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A striking, very rich and colorful 3-dimensional specimen of extremely lustrous, vibrant orange, gemmy orpiment crystals with chisel terminations from the 2001 find at the famous Twin Creeks Gold Mine of Nevada. This gorgeous piece is from Cut 20 of the mine, in one of the last areas to be excavated. Twin Creeks orpiment of this quality is comparable to any worldwide locality. Valued at $800-1000. Pieces of this quality only come from recycled collections.