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Crocoite

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A CLASSIC, OLD-TIME and very showy specimen of gemmy, lustrous, iridescent, red-orange crocoite blades richly dispersed on matrix from the Type Locality - Berezovsk, Urals, Russia. The crystals glow like fire, they are so gemmy. This is SUPERB, old material, with the scattered bit of bruising certainly not a detraction. very SELDOM available in this quality. The back has been sawed to enhance display. Ex. George Elling Collection.

Product details

SpeciesCrocoite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.6 x 5.7 x 3.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
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vivid orange-red prismatic crystals with glassy luster from Dundas, Tasmania and the Urals, prized for dramatic color, rarity, and strong provenance.
Regional guide
Crocoite from Berezovskii, Ekaterinburg
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