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Rhodochrosite (old classic) Trimingham Coll.
- Rothenberg Mine, Oberneisen, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
- Cabinet, 12.4 x 7.7 x 4.5 cm
- Start Time: 06/20/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 06/26/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Rhodochrosite from this ancient iron and manganese mine closed in 1928 is a German classic. A rind of translucent, rich rose-red, bubbly botryoids with a few areas of lighter rhodo covers the large matrix on this very rich and fine example from this historic locale. The botryoids GLOW, when backlit. Nearly pristine, with just a bit of bruising and periphery wear. A exceptional and rich large old-time example from the Bob Trimingham Collection. Formerly in the Dr. Schmidt (1870-1925) and Kaar Collections. Valued at $1250.