Benitoite with Neptunite on Natrolite from California USA

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Superbly perched atop on matrix of white Natrolite is a fine crystal of lustrous and translucent, rich blue Benitoite, measuring 2 cm in length. Also perched on the Natrolite matrix are slender black crystals of Neptunite, to 5 mm in length. It is not the biggest Benitoite, but it is among the finest for perfect frontal symmetry on display, that you can ask for and in a competitive miniature collection, that first look matters most.

Product details

SpeciesNeptunite, Benitoite, Natrolite

SizeMiniature

Dimensions3.5 x 3.0 x 3.0 cm

Weight67 grams

Added on10/22/2024

LocalityUSA, California, California State Gem Mine

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Previous owners

Date	Collector	Acquisition price
—	Fine Art Minerals	Not disclosed

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jet-black, high-luster prisms with natrolite and benitoite; California State Gem Mine specimens exemplify striking contrast, rarity, and display.

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Neptunite from California State Gem Mine, USA

California State Gem Mine, San Benito County - famed for black neptunite with blue benitoite in natrolite, offering dramatic contrast and collector appeal.

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