Zircon
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This is about as red as Zircon gets from most localities. This piece features a sharp, lustrous, translucent, red crystal of Zircon measuring 1.0 cm on Mica/Quartz matrix. A very colorful crystal, with a very slight contact on the termination. Ex. Richard Kosnar Collection.
Product details
SpeciesZircon
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.3 x 3.2 x 2.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAfghanistan, Kunar, Dara-e-Pech District
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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lustrous tetragonal crystals in cinnamon to red-brown hues, gemmy to opaque, high density, and a metamictization history that intrigues collectors.Regional guide
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