Silver (Var: Kongsbergite)
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A fine plate of kongsbergite from an uncommon for the species German locale - the Glasberg Quarry, Nieder-Beerbach, Odenwald, Hesse. Kongsbergite is the mercurian variety of silver and is relatively uncommon, worldwide. This two-sided piece has distinctly different luster, one side bright, silver metallic and the other is matte gray.
Product details
SpeciesSilver
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.2 x 3.1 x 0.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityGermany, Hesse, Glasberg quarry
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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native silver with wire, leaf, and dendritic forms, bright luster and patina; prized for rare isometric crystals and iconic localities in collections.Regional guide
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