Spodumene var. Kunzite

Mawi pegmatite, Nilaw-Kolum pegmatite field, Nuristan, Afghanistan
Ex. Jack Halpern
Small Cabinet, 6.8 x 3.8 x 2.6 cm, 168 g
Start Time: 12/19/2024 7:00:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 12/28/2024 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Glamorous single crystal of a transparent, intense lilac-colored, gemmy Kunzite from Mawi Pegmatite, Afghanistan. The blocky crystal measures 2.6 cm thick and is double terminated with a classic chisel tip showing some etching on one end with an etched basal termination. There is minor pitting on one surface and a contact present on the opposite side. The color is elevated from most through the side view while the "c" axis view is a superior vibrant lilac color. A beautiful Kunzite specimen with an exceptional color quality. The piece has a strong orange fluorescence under UV. Mass is 168 grams. Ex. Jack Halpern Collection No. 2343.

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Bidding History

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$143 12/21/2024 10:13:56 am (CST)
$140 12/21/2024 10:13:55 am (CST)
$133 12/21/2024 10:13:45 am (CST)
$123 12/21/2024 10:13:45 am (CST)
$104 12/21/2024 10:11:16 am (CST)
$94 12/21/2024 10:11:16 am (CST)
$60 12/20/2024 11:13:47 am (CST)
$50 12/20/2024 11:13:47 am (CST)
$15 12/20/2024 11:13:19 am (CST)
$10 12/19/2024 8:24:57 pm (CST)