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Stibnite

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A CLASSIC, OLD-TIME stibnite crystal from the famous and long-closed Ichinokawa Mine of Japan. Primary production of these highly lustrous, silver-gray crystals was from 1875-1900. One end is terminated and there are a few rough edges and contacts, but this remains a highly representative specimen of the species and famous locality. Considered the world's finest until Romanian and Chinese material came to market. Ex. John Ydren Collection.

Product details

SpeciesStibnite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.2 x 1.8 x 1.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityJapan, Shikoku Island, Ichinokawa Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Stibnite
Mineral guide
Learn about Stibnite
dramatic sword-like crystals with steel luster; prized for striking metallic forms, historic Ichinokawa specimens, and diverse global localities.
Stibnite
Regional guide
Stibnite from Ichinokawa Mine, Japan
Ichinokawa Mine, Japan — stibnite famed for large prismatic crystals, metallic luster, and historic Meiji-era provenance; a landmark locality for collectors.