Description
Tsaregorodtsevite is a very STRANGE mineral that is made up of AMMONIA with nitrogen, and an aluminosilicate compound. I recall when Fersman Museum started selling their extras in 1991, this was one of the most coveted of all rare species that came out the doors from their various expeditions. I got some directly at the time from curator Dmitriy Belakovskiy, who has himself been to this remote location on at least one expedition. I assume this specimen came form the same source, the only source so far as I know. I have owned several over the years, and I can say this is a very good and rich specimen. It has crystals to 4mm.
Details
ColorsBrown
Origin
Yaruta Mt, Man'-Khambo Mts, Polar Urals, Tyumenskaya Oblast, Siberia, Russia (TYPE LOCALITY)
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 3.7 x 1.8 cm
Species
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.
DateOwnerPriceNote
2024/08Unknown
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