Raspite, Limonite
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Raspite is an ultra-rare lead tungstate. Broken Hill is the Type Locality and raspite is a Holy Grail rare species for this famous locale. This showy and rich piece features a multitude of bright, glassy, orange microcrystals to 2 mm scattered on the mounded matrix.
Product details
SpeciesLimonite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.4 x 3.0 x 2.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAustralia, New South Wales, Broken Hill
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Limonite
earthy iron oxides famed for textured boxworks and pseudomorphs after pyrite; sculptural stalactites and historic localities attract collectors.Regional guide
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