Albite, Quartz, and Lepidolite
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Impressive combination specimen, featuring amazing Albites and large Lepidolites. The Albites' thin, euhedral habit is extraordinary, and they have a silky to shiny luster, with the largest blade being 5 cm across. The Lepidolite is in one large book, 6 cm across, and it is lustrous and translucent. The Quartz crystal is 6 cm long. The Quartz is chipped on its termination, but it is the least significant of the species in this cabinet specimen. There is also one Albite that is chipped, but the overall aesthetics are affected only minimally. Overall, this is a choice combination piece from the famous Virgem da Lapa mine in Brazil.
Product details
SpeciesQuartz, Albite, Lepidolite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.8 x 9.0 x 6.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Virgem da Lapa
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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a versatile mineral with clear, milky, and colored varieties; crystal forms, formation clues, and tips for identifying amethyst and citrine.Regional guide
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