Topaz (old classic)

Murzinka Mine, Middle Urals, Russia
Miniature, 3.7 x 3.3 x 1.8 cm
Start Time: 01/03/2016 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 01/07/2016 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Gem Murzinka Mine topaz crystals are a very highly desirable and uncommon worldwide gem species. Most fine quality specimens came out in the Imerperial Russia era prior to World War I. This limpid crystal has beautiful sky-blue color and high luster. The prism faces and large angled face are water-clear with the pinacoid face and shallow modified edges and corners being frosted &/or scalloped. Complete all-around and pristine, the base is cleaved. An outstanding gem blue topaz from this classic locale. Valued at $1500-1750.

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