Zanazziite, Wardite, Quartz, Quartz (Var: Rose Quartz) - Ilha claim, Brazil

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Zanazziite, Wardite, Quartz, Quartz (Var: Rose Quartz)
SpeciesSize
Rose quartz, Wardite, QuartzMiniature
Comments
Details
ColorsSilver
Origin
BRBrazil
Minas Gerais
Ilha claim
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.3 x 2.4 x 2.0 cm
Description
This is a superb specimen of a rare phosphate from a world-famous locality. Zanazziite is a Hydrated Calcium Magnesium Iron Aluminum Beryllium Phosphate. This piece hosts several well-formed, translucent, olive-green crystal groups of the rare phosphate Zanazziite (up to 1 mm) which is aesthetically sitting on crystals of white Wardite (measuring up to 6 mm across) and a matrix of translucent white Quartz and Rose Quartz. The association of the Wardite combined with the Zanazziite crystals make this piece a great treasure. This specimen is over 30 years old and is from the original find from the 1970's. Ex. Richard Kosnar Collection.
Known provenanceKnowing where your specimen comes from and who owned it adds to its story and value. Good provenance helps prove it's authentic and preserves important details about its discovery.
Unknown owner
Purchase
The Arkenstone
Richardson, Texas, USA

Unknown previous owners

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