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Aragonite
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This is a beautiful and sculptural, large cabinet specimen. The surreal sea-green color of the lustrous aragonite is due to copper inclusions. Note the obvious presence of a rare green mineral in small, sharp crystals: probably libethenite or brochantite. Both are found at the mine, and I have a sample sent out for analysis. Ex. Academy of Natural Sciences Philadelphia Collection and obtained by Sam Gordon on one of his several trips to South America in the 1920s and 1930s for the Academy. Very rare, unusually beautiful, old-time material.
Product details
SpeciesAragonite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions15.0 x 8.4 x 7.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityChile, Atacama, Inca de Oro mining district
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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dramatic flos-ferri growths and pastel sprays; prized for sculptural forms, rarity of pristine pieces, and historic European localities.Regional guide
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