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Tourmaline (4 colors) (ex Brian Kosnar Collection)
- Himalaya mine, San Diego County, California
- Small Cabinet, 6.6 x 2.0 x 1.9 cm
- Start Time: 01/14/2010 6:45:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 01/21/2010 6:48:22 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
This mine has produced some of the most famous Tourmaline specimens in the world. This crystal is a very attractive specimen with featuring FOUR distinct color zones. The uncommon pyramidal termination on this crystal has a pale peachy color, which grades into a nearly colorless (very pale green) zone, that leads into a golden-green hue, and end with a vibrant pink color through the base of the crystal. The entire crystal (including the termination) has a excellent luster, and the overall quality of the piece is very good with wonderful gemminess, bright colors, and only a few slight "rubs" on the sides of the prism. A very cool and colorful single crystal from one of this renowned U.S. locality. Valued at $1800-$2000.