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Spinel

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Aesthetically perched on a marble matrix, are two glassy and gemmy crystals of mesmerizing purpley-red spinel, to 1 cm across. This specimen is from the world famous Mogok Valley of Myanmar(Burma). The extended, thin nature of the crystals is highly unusual because this is a flattened octahedron, not a flat macle twin, as you first think at a glance. The thin-ness of the crystal gives it remarkably translucency/transparency when on exhibit.

Product details

SpeciesSpinel
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.2 x 1.8 x 1.2 cm
Added on12/02/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Spinel
Mineral guide
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, 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 Mogok Valley, Myanmar
from Mogok Valley, Myanmar - glassy octahedra in pink to red hues set in marble, famed for Star of David twins, fluorescence, and top collector appeal.