Benitoite, Neptunite, Natrolite
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Benitoite, Neptunite, Natrolite
Description
An AESTHETIC and EXCELLENT Dallas Gem Mine CABINET plate with partially gemmy, light indigo-blue benitoite crystals to 1.5 cm RICHLY sprinkled on natrollite-covered matrix. Scattered black neptunite crystals to 7 mm are a nice compliment. This is FINE, older material, HARD to obtain now with the closing of the mine.
Details
ColorsBlack
Origin
Dallas Gem Mine (Benitoite Mine; Benitoite Gem Mine; Gem Mine), Dallas Gem Mine area, San Benito River headwaters area, New Idria District, Diablo Range, San Benito Co., California
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.3 x 6.6 x 3.0 cm
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
Not disclosed
UnknownThe Arkenstone
Not disclosed