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Sphalerite w/ Barite & Calcite (ex. Trimingham)
- Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith Co., Tennessee.
- Cabinet, 12.4 x 10.0 x 5.4 cm
- Start Time: 04/02/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 04/10/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A showy and exellent large combination from this famous locale. A 4.8 cm, bladed barite ball and a 2.3 cm, light amber calcite crystal are jauntily set on the sculptural matrix of lustrous, sharp, rubyjack sphalerite crystals. The partially transluent sphalerites glow with striking cherry-red to orange/brown color under bright light. The bit of scuffing to the barite ball is a modest detraction. Classic material from the Bob Trimingham Collection and obtained in 1987.