Spinel on Marble
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A single, highly lustrous, well formed crystal of dark purple-colored spinel, measuring 3.5 cm in length, is emplaced majestically on a crudely crystalline, white marble matrix. Admittedly, there is some very minor contact (asymmetry but not damage, rather due to growth contact) to the termination, but the form, size and luster overcome that small flaw at this price and it is a rare matrix spinel of this style, for the district. From the Burma collection of "Burma Bill" Larson, who has for decades brought out gems and then minerals as this region opened up to the trade in specimens.
Product details
SpeciesSpinel
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.3 x 7.5 x 5.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMyanmar, Mandalay Region, Pein-Pyit
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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, color range from ruby red to cobalt blue, sharp octahedral form, hardness 8, rare gemmy crystals on marble, prized by collectors for rarity and luster.Regional guide
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