Orthoclase Var. Adularia
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These rhombic crystals of Orthoclase are some of the most lustrous and gemmy that I have seen. The sharp faces are mirror-like in their luster, the edges of the main rhomb are about 1.3 cm, and the outer half of each crystal id perfectly gemmy. Shooting clear crystal on cores of white is nigh impossible, these are much better in person. Very aesthetic.
Product details
SpeciesOrthoclase
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.3 x 2.8 x 2.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityPakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Alchuri
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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classic potassium feldspar with colors from colorless to pink; famed for Carlsbad, Baveno and Manebach twins and Alpine adularia in clefts.Regional guide
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