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

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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.

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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.7 x 3.4 x 2.5 cm
Added on04/20/2026

Known provenance

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

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Spinel
Mineral guide
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, 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.
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Spinel from Pein-Pyit
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