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Rutile

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A sharp and lustrous Rutile with a classic L-shaped habit. The main faces have an excellent mirror luster, while a few are more satin. The base, which is contacted, allows the deep red color to come through. An excellent single crystal from a hard to get locality. Ex. Charlie Key.

Product details

SpeciesRutile
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.2 x 2.0 x 1.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Rutile
Mineral guide
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sharp tetragonal prisms with mirror luster, diverse twinning, and rutilated quartz; prized for sculptural form, color variety, and display value.
Regional guide
Rutile from Namibia
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