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Primary Malachite (excellent, rare for mine) ex Fioravanti
- Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Namibia
- Small Cabinet, 8.8 x 5.8 x 3.8 cm
- Start Time: 03/10/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 03/14/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A sculptural, rich and very fine primary malachite small cabinet from Tsumeb and the Giancarlo Fioravanti Collection. Sprays and tufts of gorgeous, chatoyant, malachite needles fill the artistic vug. The striking radial tuft is 1.9 cm across. Part of the base has been sawed to enhance the considerable display quality. A Tsumeb classic and acquired from the Milani Collection in 1980. Valued at $500-750.