Hydroxyl-Herderite
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From the famous 1969 pocket of purple herderites, comes this very choice miniature on matrix of feldspar. The crystals are unusually gemmy and clean! The larger one measures 2 cm across.
Product details
SpeciesHerderite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 x 3.3 x 3.0 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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Mineral guide
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CaBe phosphate; rare with hydroxylherderite, prized for wedge terminations, vitreous luster, and lavender hues, connoisseur appeal.Regional guide
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