Spinel from Myanmar, Mandalay Region, Mogok Township, Pein-Pyit - image 1
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Spinel from Myanmar, Mandalay Region, Mogok Township, Pein-Pyit

Unknown Owner

A 5.7 x 3.4 x 2.5 cm white marble matrix with red octahedral crystals of spinel to 0.8 cm in size, point to point. Ex Lloyd Tate collection, ex Weinrich Minerals. From Pein-Pyit, Mogok.

Product details

Species
SpinelAbout Spinel →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.7 x 3.4 x 2.5 cm
Added on04/20/2026
Locality
Myanmar, Mandalay Region, Pein-Pyit

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
2023Christopher WentzellNot disclosed
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed
—Lloyd TateNot disclosed

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Spinel
Mineral guide
Learn about Spinel
, color range from ruby red to cobalt blue, sharp octahedral form, hardness 8, rare gemmy crystals on marble, prized by collectors for rarity and luster.
Regional guide
Spinel from Pein-Pyit
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