Sphene (Twinned)
Unknown Owner
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This is a superb, twinned, lustrous, and somewhat gemmy sphene from the Gamsberg mines known more for rutile than anything gemmy. It is very 3-dimensional and complete all around, and would be good even by Brazilian standards! But for Namibia, its even more a killer - and sitll competes even by worldwide standards! This twin exhibits unusual symmetry, and in this regard is a bit different in aspect from the more "winged"-looking twins characteristic of Pakistan and Brazil. It has a few small bits of edge wear, but is really overall in fine shape.
Product details
SpeciesSphene
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.3 x 2.3 x 2.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Otjozondjupa Region, Berg Aukas Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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