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Sylvanite (Type Locality)

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The rare Silver and Gold telluride Sylvanite was discovered here in 1835. Sylvanite is known for its organic habit with great, silvery, metallic luster. The habit of these flat-lying crystals in graphic intergrowths is called "Schrifterz." The effect is both surreal and beautiful (Dali would approve). Dating to the mid-1800s or before, good hand-sized specimens from this type locality are extremely rare. This is an extremely rich and showy specimen.

Product details

Species
Sylvanite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions10.0 x 6.5 x 4.0 cm
Locality
Romania, Alba County, Baia de Arieș
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

Date08/2024
CollectorUnknown Owner
Acquisition priceNot disclosed
DateUnknown date
CollectorThe Arkenstone
Acquisition priceNot disclosed

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