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Benitoite

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A single crystal of blue benitoite to 7 mm sitting on matrix from this best of species locality. Sharp edges and lustrous faces, with some visible translucency.

Product details

SpeciesBenitoite, Natrolite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.0 x 1.0 x 0.5 cm
Added on04/11/2026
LocalityUSA, California, California State Gem Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Apr 2026
Price paid
$0.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—DanZ RockshopNot disclosed

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Benitoite
Mineral guide
Learn about Benitoite
rare barium titanium cyclosilicate with sapphire-blue, sharp triangular crystals and vivid UV fluorescence; locality California State Gem Mine.
Benitoite
Regional guide
Benitoite from California State Gem Mine, USA
California State Gem Mine, USA. Type locality; saturated blue crystals with natrolite and neptunite, high collector appeal and UV fluorescence.
Locality guide
California State Gem Mine
California State Gem Mine, USA — type locality for benitoite; gem-quality blue benitoite with natrolite and neptunite, highly prized by collectors.