Rutile, Hematite

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specimen
Rutile, Hematite
SpeciesSize
Rutile, HematiteMiniature
Comments
Details
ColorsBlack
Origin
Novo Horizonte, Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.3 x 2.5 x 0.6 cm
Species
Description
Glittering golden crystals of rutile shooting off a shiny-metallic platy crystal of hematite, from Brazil.
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
Richardson, Texas, USA

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