Petalite (sharp crystal - rare champagne color)

Palelni mine, Khetchel Village, Molo Quarter, Momeik Township, Shan Sate, Burma (Myanmar)
Toenail, 3.2 x 1.7 x 1.1 cm
Start Time: 11/22/2012 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 11/29/2012 6:45:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Typically Petalite occurs in colorless crystals, and are rarely well crystallized. This piece is an excellent crystallized example of the "champagne" color Petalite from a new find in Burma. This is one of the larger crystals that I purchased in the lot a few years ago with a very sculptural appearance due to the dramatic etching that took place. This crystal is extremely gemmy, and has a delicate glassy luster all over. A very cool toenail specimen with a beautiful form.

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