Herderite on Topaz
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It is rare that Ed was interested in small gem crystals. However, THIS is a piece unique and beautiful enough to pique his attention! Herderite is rare enough, green herderite rarer still, and herderite actually growing on topaz almost unheard of! This remarkable example of paragenesis is aesthetic and beautiful, as well. Ed bought this from Herb Obodda when Herb returned with it from a trip to Pakistan in the summer of 2003. It is one of the finest examples of the green herderites that briefly trickled out of Pakistan for a few years
Product details
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.0 x 2.9 x 2.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityPakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Haramosh Mts.
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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hard, glassy orthorhombic crystals from pegmatites and rhyolites; colors range from colorless to pink; sharp terminations aid identification, localitie…Regional guide
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