Apatite-(Caoh), Quartz
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Here we have a very unusual specimen of what was formerly referred to as Hydroxylapatite from the famous find at the Sapo mine in 2004. These crystals have a truly unique appearance both from the standpoint of habit and color. The crystals are flattened dipyramids with no prism whatsoever, and have a light yellow center with beautiful bluish-green edges. Most of the specimens from this find featured isolated crystals of Apatite-(CaOH) on tan colored Feldspar crystals, but this piece is an unusually flattened Quartz crystal (crystallized all the way around) hosting several Apatite-(CaOH) crystals up to 1.7 cm. Unfortunately, it appears that Sapo may never produce these incredible specimens of this very rare species of Apatite again.
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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.7 x 8.8 x 2.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
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Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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a versatile mineral with clear, milky, and colored varieties; crystal forms, formation clues, and tips for identifying amethyst and citrine.Regional guide
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