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Sphalerite on Chalcopyrite, Pyrite, Quartz
- Ticlio Mine, Morococha Dist., Yauli Prov., Junin, Peru
- Ex. Kurt Hefendehl
- Small Cabinet, 7.3 x 5.2 x 4.3 cm
- Start Time: 03/23/2023 7:00:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 03/30/2023 6:35:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
- Winning Bid: $159
Item Description
From the Ticlio Mine in Peru, this rich cluster is, top to bottom, almost 100% Sphalerite crystals of several colors. The largest Sphalerite crystal reaches nearly a full 3 cm, and the superb, adamantine luster is noteworthy even in dim light. Some of the edges and faces display twinning features, and the internal, honey-colored flashes show just how gemmy the crystal are and how appealing the color is. Very minor edge wear. This small cabinet piece is a fine representation of the Sphalerites from this old find at a mine location that is seldom seen today. Such old material, in good condition and with large gemmy crystals like this, is seldom seen for sale. Valued $750-1000.
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Bidding History
| Bid Amount | Bid Time |
|---|---|
| $159 | 03/30/2023 6:29:51 pm (CDT) |
| $150 | 03/30/2023 6:29:51 pm (CDT) |
| $140 | 03/30/2023 6:22:35 pm (CDT) |
| $130 | 03/29/2023 1:08:46 pm (CDT) |
| $121 | 03/29/2023 1:08:46 pm (CDT) |
| $120 | 03/29/2023 7:35:53 am (CDT) |
| $110 | 03/29/2023 2:31:23 am (CDT) |
| $100 | 03/24/2023 11:24:42 am (CDT) |
| $91 | 03/24/2023 11:24:42 am (CDT) |
| $81 | 03/23/2023 11:03:15 pm (CDT) |
| $71 | 03/23/2023 11:03:15 pm (CDT) |
| $61 | 03/23/2023 11:03:03 pm (CDT) |
| $51 | 03/23/2023 11:03:03 pm (CDT) |
| $36 | 03/23/2023 11:02:37 pm (CDT) |
| $31 | 03/23/2023 11:02:37 pm (CDT) |
| $10 | 03/23/2023 9:08:28 pm (CDT) |