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Hematite with Rutile from Switzerland

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This Hematite specimen is constructed from several stacked tiles that are sharply defined on all sides and beautifully jeweled with fire red Rutiles. There is some Feldspar at the base but apart from that it’s just solid Hematite. The condition is superb with just some insignificant abrasions but nothing that’s visible from the front. Absolutely gorgeous little specimen!

Product details

SpeciesRutile, Hematite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.9 x 2.1 x 1.2 cm
Weight14 grams
Added on10/22/2024
LocalitySwitzerland, Grisons, Cavradi gorge

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Fine Art MineralsNot disclosed

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Rutile
Mineral guide
Learn about Rutile
sharp tetragonal prisms with mirror luster, diverse twinning, and rutilated quartz; prized for sculptural form, color variety, and display value.
Rutile
Regional guide
Rutile from Cavradi Gorge, Tujetsch, Switzerland
Cavradi Gorge, Switzerland — Rutile on hematite with red glassy needles in Alpine fissures; celebrated for crystallographic order and Swiss collecting heritage.