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Turquoise After Apatite

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This sharp specimen is one of the finest single crystals I have seen in watching these trickle out for about a dozen years. It has exceptional sharpness, whereas most are rounded; and it also has a great surface luster, where most are matte finish. The even coloration and deep saturation also add to its qualities, and make it stand out from the others I have seen - many bigger, but not finer. From the noted pseudomorph collection of Ken Roberts. This is a rare replacement pseudomorph. Joe Budd photos

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SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 x 2.1 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
Learn about Turquoise
prized for saturated blue-to-teal colors and spiderweb matrix; localities such as Nishapur, Bisbee, Morenci drive collecting of natural nodules.
Regional guide
Turquoise from Nacozari de García
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