$2,450Median
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$29,950Last sale
Chalcopyrite & Apatite on Quartz
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How is this for a rare and unusual combination from Panasqueira; an elongated section of translucent flattened Quartz has perched on it a well-formed, semi-translucent dark lime-fawn hexagonal Apatite crystal measuring 2.8 x 1.5 cm as well as an individual lustrous brassy golden tetragonal Chalcopyrite crystal measuring 2.5 x 2.0 cm! The Quartz which measures approximately 9.5 x 3 .0 cm is essentially one half of a flattened hexagonal crystal which has, somehow, been divided down its long axis. Three faces of the hexagonal prism therefore remain while the inner flat plane has been 're-healed' on the reverse side. A most unusual habit and combination, yet so perfectly positioned and proportioned, simply choice!
Product details
SpeciesApatite, Chalcopyrite, Quartz
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.0 x 9.5 x 3.0 cm
Added on10/24/2024
LocalityPortugal, Panasqueira Mines
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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hexagonal crystals with vivid greens, blues, and violets; forms range from pegmatites to alpine pockets, valued for color, form, and affordability.
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