Shattuckite, Malachite, and Quartz

Kaokoveld Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene, Namibia
Small Cabinet, 8.3 x 8.3 x 3.2 cm
Start Time: 08/09/2010 6:00:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 08/24/2010 6:00:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Choice and quite elegant specimen of the famous Shattuckite and Malachite combination pieces. The Shattuckite, in addition to the primary crust of the specimen, is in classic velvety balls of radial crystals. On average, these balls are about .7 cm across, have excellent luster, and have an unusual and gorgeous deep blue color. Also growning in the main pocket are three large 3 cm primary Malachite crystals that have superb luster and excellent forest green color. What's more, these substantial crystals are 1-3 cm wide and are orthogonal to each other. This creates great visual balance within the pocket, fabulous aesthetics, and gives the Shattuckite room to shine! An excellent specimen of this highly-prized combination WITH TOP QUALITY COLOR and velvety shattuckite! Specimens like this tend to go for $1000-1500

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