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Axinite-(Fe)

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Found in the late 1980's, this is one of the famous floater Axinites from this remote mining region. They were gone from the market shortly after, and haven't come out since that time. These are gemmy and complete, with good form and great luster. They stand as being among the world's finest Axinite crystals, to my mind, for these very characteristics. This one is truly exceptional, one of the best for the size! It is as close as these come to being gemmy.

Product details

SpeciesAxinite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.1 x 2.1 x 0.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Axinite
Mineral guide
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wedge-shaped, razor-edged crystals with glassy luster and strong pleochroism; varieties axinite-(Fe/Mn/Mg) and tinzenite from alpine clefts and skarns
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