$1,500Median
24Sold (12 mo)
$1,500Last sale
Neptunite
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A perfectly terminated jet-black Neptunite crystal measuring 1.8 x 0.5 x 0.5 cm, partly embedded in a small block of snow-white massive Natrolite. From the famous Benitoite Gem mine at Santa Rita Peak, San Benito County, California, USA; this mine is also known as the California State Gem Mine and Dallas Gem Mine. The Neptunite crystal has highly lustrous mirror-smooth faces with one face containing a bright metallic blood-red patch when lit well. An attractive small thumbnail of Neptunite.
Editor's note
The sharp shiny crystal - Neptunite - is rare and popular with collectors and so most specimens on the market are quite expensive. This is hard to find small example with a very large crystal compared to its base and so a fantastic find.
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AllaEarthWonders Editor
Product details
SpeciesNeptunite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.8 x 2.4 x 1.4 cm
Added on10/24/2024
LocalityUSA, California, New Idria Mining District
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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jet-black, high-luster prisms with natrolite and benitoite; California State Gem Mine specimens exemplify striking contrast, rarity, and display.Regional guide
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