Microcline (Var: Amazonite), Quartz (Var: Smoky Quartz)
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A magnificent small mini of an American classic, mined by Richard Kosnar on his claim in 1976. Several intergrown crystals of an intense turquoise color, with two transparent smokies. From the well-known California collection of Charles Hansen.
Product details
SpeciesAmazonite, Quartz, Smoky quartz, Microcline
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.7 x 2.8 x 2.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, Colorado, R. A. Kosnar claim
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
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vivid blue-green microcline with checkerboard twinning and color; prized in smoky quartz and albite matrices, with Colorado and Urals localities.Regional guide
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