Titanite on Rutile after Ilmenite with Microcline - image 1
Titanite on Rutile after Ilmenite with Microcline - image 2
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Titanite on Rutile after Ilmenite with Microcline

Unknown Owner
Choice lustrous green crystals of titanite measuring to 0.7 cm in size mostly covering what at one time was a ilmenite crystal now replaced by rutile. This is all set up on a microcline crystal matrix.

Product details

Species
Rutile, Titanite, Ilmenite, MicroclineAbout Rutile →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 x 3.0 x 2.0 cm
Added on12/02/2024
Locality
Morocco, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Imilchil Cercle

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
02/2025Unknown Owner$90.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Rutile
Mineral guide
Learn about Rutile
sharp tetragonal prisms with mirror luster, diverse twinning, and rutilated quartz; prized for sculptural form, color variety, and display value.
Regional guide
Rutile from Imilchil Cercle
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