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Danburite

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A very showy danburite crystal with a sharp chisel termination from Charcas, Mexico. The upper third of the crystal is extremely gemmy and lustrous, while the lower portion is lustrous and translucent. The termination is pristine. A portion of one side is contacted, but you can hardly tell it. Ex Lewadny Collection. 8.4 x 2.5 x 2.3 cm

Product details

SpeciesDanburite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.4 x 2.5 x 2.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMexico, San Luis Potosí, Charcas

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
Learn about Danburite
colorless to pale straw-yellow crystals with brilliant vitreous luster and wedge terminations; UV fluorescence aids ID, prized for clarity and form.
Danburite
Regional guide
Danburite from Charcas, San Luis Potosí, Mexico
from Charcas, San Luis Potosí, Mexico - glassy, large, chisel-terminated crystals with pale pink tones; Charcas locality prized by collectors.