Vanadinite (superb quality)

Mibladen, Midelt, Khenifra Province, Meknes-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Cabinet, 11.2 x 7.2 x 3.8 cm
Start Time: 05/06/2021 8:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 05/13/2021 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
Auction Closed
Winning Bid: $1,051

Item Description

The phenomenal Vanadinite specimens from Mibladen are the pinnacle for the species. Of all the crystallized Vanadinite in the world, we haven't seen anything better for the last 50 years from anywhere else in the world. It's important to note that were it not for these specimens, Vanadinite would not be terribly well represented in the mineral world in terms of crystallized display pieces. This gorgeous cabinet sized specimen features superb quality, rich red color, sharp, lustrous, thick tabular crystals of deep red Vanadinite measuring up to 1.8 cm across beautifully sprinkled over the underlying matrix. Looking closely I can't find any real damage of note to the crystals, though there is a tiny bit of roughness around the periphery where the piece was removed from the pocket wall. Although there are many Vanadinite specimens on the market from Mibladen, this one stands out in terms of superior crystallization, elegance and virtually no damage of note. An excellent quality Vanadinite specimen from this world-famous locale. Priced at $4,000 in the inventory.

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Bidding History

Bid Amount Bid Time
$1,051 05/13/2021 6:38:22 pm (CDT)
$1,001 05/13/2021 6:38:22 pm (CDT)
$999 05/09/2021 11:08:11 am (CDT)