Magnetite
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Typically the Magnetite specimens from this locality are closely grown together, and this is a good example of said material. The piece has excellent quality, large, razor sharp, lustrous, black, "Alpine-type" octahedra on specimen. The largest Magnetite crystal measures 2.0 cm. across, which is nearly as large as they get from this locality. 15.0 x 6.0 x 5.7cm
Product details
SpeciesMagnetite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions15.0 x 6.0 x 5.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBolivia, Potosí, Cerro Huañaquina
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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iconic magnetic iron oxide with crisp octahedral crystals, mirror luster on matrix, and coveted Huanggang (Inner Mongolia) specimens for collectorsRegional guide

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