Vesuvianite
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A monster crystal of vesuvianite from Lake Jaco, known both for these and even more for grossular garnets (some of which are embedded in the faces of the crystal here). This whopper has the typical olive color, and good luster. From the collection of noted California collector Charles Hansen.
Product details
SpeciesVesuvianite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.3 x 3.4 x 3.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMexico, Coahuila, Sierra Mojada
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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crisp prismatic crystals in vivid colors, from chrome-green to rare sky-blue cyprine; formed in contact metamorphism, prized for termination.Regional guide
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