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Rutile on Feldspar var. Adularia

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Historic, manufactured specimen from 18th-century Switzerland. It combines the famous Chlorite-coated Adularia crystals from St. Gotthard with a classic Rutile crystal, such as those from Feldbach. The largest Adularia is about 5 cm, and their intergrown nature is quite interesting. The Rutile is just shy of 3 cm, and it has excellent luster and good color. An old-timer that is an interesting talking piece, and not at all unattractive in any case! See accompanying handwritten letter from dealer Scott Williams, from 1995.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.4 x 6.4 x 3.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Rutile
Mineral guide
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sharp tetragonal prisms with mirror luster, diverse twinning, and rutilated quartz; prized for sculptural form, color variety, and display value.
Regional guide
Rutile from St Gotthard pass road
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