Orpiment on Calcite
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This specimen is a rare, elegant example of orpiment from old finds in the 1990s, that has survived largely unscathed by time and elements. It features an unusually isolated and upright orpiment crystal, on matrix. From the noted Chinese collection of Dr. Steve Smale.
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| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.Regional guide
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