Torbernite w/ Schorl (rare locale and association)

Lower Adit, Majuba Hill Mine, Pershing Co., Nevada
Miniature, 3.9 x 2.2 x 2.1 cm
Start Time: 11/01/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 11/06/2014 6:30:00 pm (CST)
Auction Closed

Item Description

Torbernite and schorl are both RARE from this well-known Nevada locale. Iridescent lime-green torbernite plates to 4 mm are attractively scattered on two sides of the rhyolite matrix. Sections of schorl and quartz are noted in the rhyolite. A very colorful, RARE and excellent combination specimen. Comes with a label from respected Mineralogical Research Co. The piece displays well from either side.

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