Witherite
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Most witherite specimens in the market exhibit a long prismatic form ending in a pinacoid. This complete crystal is short prismatic and the pinacoid is much broader. It is lustrous, translucent, and has a pleasing, pastel tan coloration. very FINE miniature for this now defunct locality, of one of its rare minerals
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SpeciesWitherite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.2 x 4.1 x 2.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, Illinois, Minerva No. 1 Mine
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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distinctive pseudo-hexagonal twin crystals, white-cream color, UV fluorescence, scarce, prized specimens from Settlingstones, Alston Moor.Regional guide
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