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Bustamite
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A single blocky crystal of Bustamite stands upright at the front of this very large miniature specimen from Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia. The somewhat rounded, terminated Bustamite crystal measures 5 cm tall and stands nicely for display. It displays a lovely varied pink colour with a vitreous lustre and is mostly translucent with some gemmy areas. The matrix comprises smaller Bustamite crystals intergrown within creamy veins of Calcite, and black sub- metallic areas of possible Sphalerite. Well-crystallized Bustamite is rare worldwide - Broken Hill being the main source. However, most larger crystals are detached from matrix making this a fine display piece with scientific value too.
Product details
SpeciesBustamite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.0 x 7.6 x 4.2 cm
Added on10/24/2024
LocalityAustralia, New South Wales, Broken Hill
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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