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A fine thumbnail example of classic old-time Kongsberg Mine silvers from Norway. This full-sized thumbnail specimen is not just the typical single wire, rather, it is a cluster with some elegance to it! From the private collection of mineral dealer Gunnar Farber to Bill and Anne Cook.

Product details

SpeciesSilver
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.6 x 1.0 x 0.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNorway, Buskerud, Kongsberg silver mining district

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2025Unknown Owner$1,250.00
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Silver
Mineral guide
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native silver with wire, leaf, and dendritic forms, bright luster and patina; prized for rare isometric crystals and iconic localities in collections.
Silver
Regional guide
Silver from Kongsberg Silver Mining District, Norway
Kongsberg silver, Norway — sculptural native silver with wire/feather forms from hydrothermal veins; a historic locality prized by collectors for old pieces an…