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Stellerite on Stilbite (superb)
- Nasik District, Maharashtra, India
- Small Cabinet, 8.5 x 7.7 x 4.0 cm
- Start Time: 06/29/2011 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 07/12/2011 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Outstanding combination specimen of tan, lustrous Stellerite in a large cluster, surrounded by a ring of white Stilbites. The Stellerite is primarily in a sphere of radial crystals that is a full and amazing 6 cm across. The luster is excellent, and the crystals range from gemmy to translucent. For any Indian specimen, let alone a rarer Stellerite, the aesthetics are fabulous. High quality and impressive example from Charlie Key's noted Indian subcollection. Valued $1000-1500, this is a KILLER for the species, hard to beat in this size.