Trimerite with Hematite and Calcite
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A very good example of this rare calcium manganese beryllium silicate. Trimerite occurs as subhedral, prismatic, yellow-orange crystals to 3mm along the margin of a calcite veinlet in manganite ore. The largest, and most significant, nearly complete crystal (3 mm) is marked with a red arrow. From Langban, Filipstad, Varmland, Sweden. Ex. Swedish Natural History Museum collection with label.
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 x 6.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySweden, Värmland County, Filipstad
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.Regional guide
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