Sartorite, Realgar
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Discovered in this quarry in the late 1800s, sartorite remains a very rare species today. It is a lead arsenic sulfide. The best crystals are from this locale. This sharp 7.5 mm crystal is associated with brilliant red realgar, both protected in a shallow vug in soft marble matrix. Ex. Bill Pinch Collection.
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.3 x 4.7 x 2.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySwitzerland, Binn, Lengenbach Quarry
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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fiery red, glassy crystals prized for color and rarity; fragile, light-sensitive, and toxic—preserve quality with care.Regional guide
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