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Spinel with Clintonite

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An attractive chain like cluster of pink translucent sharp octahedral spinel crystals. In terrific condition all around. This is fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light.

Product details

SpeciesSpinel, Clintonite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions5.0 x 3.5 x 2.0 cm
Added on10/25/2024
LocalityVietnam, Yên Bái Province, Luc Yen Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Spinel
Mineral guide
Learn about Spinel
, color range from ruby red to cobalt blue, sharp octahedral form, hardness 8, rare gemmy crystals on marble, prized by collectors for rarity and luster.
Spinel
Regional guide
Spinel from Luc Yen Mine, Vietnam
Luc Yen spinel, Vietnam — marble-hosted red to cobalt-blue crystals; paragenesis with calcite and clinohumite, making this locality prized by collectors.
Locality guide
Luc Yen Mine
Luc Yen Mine, Vietnam — a gem locality producing ruby, spinel, pargasite and tourmaline in marble, known for vivid color contrasts and cobalt-blue spinel.