Rutile on Hematite ex. Pinch Coll.

Cavradi, Grisons, Switzerland
Miniature, 3.5 x 2.5 x 1.6 cm
Start Time: 05/23/2009 5:00:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 06/09/2009 6:13:11 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

These are Swiss classics utterly recognizable and distinct from anythign else gemmy, brilliant red rutile crystals grown epitaxially (oriented) on the surface of lustrous, metallic hematite blades. This cute miniature is an elegant example of the classic style of such specimens, and very 3-dimensional overall. Valued $400

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