Vanadinite on Barite (ex Arnaud Collection)

Mibladen, Midelt, Khenifra Province, Meknes-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Miniature, 4.2 x 3.7 x 2.3 cm
Start Time: 10/18/2012 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 10/25/2012 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
Auction Closed

Item Description

Moroccan Vanadinites simply are the finest examples of the species extant. The best pieces still command a premium on the market, even though specimens are still being found to this day. This piece features excellent red, sharp, HIGHLY lustrous, tabular, hexagonal crystals up to 6 mm on bladed white Barite matrix. A very good quality and highly aesthetic Vanadinite miniature from this most famous of localities. From the collection of Colorado collector, John Arnaud. No damage and beautiful on all sides.

Did You Know We Offer Custom Bases?

Learn More