Spodumene
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A huge, water-clear, gem, yellow triphane spodumene crystal from Afghanistan. This glassy, complete-all-around crystal has sharp edges and faces and an unusual, frosted, angled termination. Essentially damage-free. Weighs 388 grams. Ex. Norm Dawson collection (he owned the White Queen mine in San Diego County) .
Product details
SpeciesSpodumene
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions17.8 x 4.6 x 2.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAfghanistan, Laghman
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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kunzite, hiddenite, and triphane varieties; vivid colors and pleochroism, formed in granitic pegmatites, with gem and specimen appeal and fragility.Regional guide
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