Spinel in Calcite - Tanzania, Mahenge

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V22-1009
Spinel in Calcite
$3,500.00
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Calcite, SpinelMiniatureUSA
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ColorsPink, Red, White
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.9 x 3.8 x 2.3 cm
Species
Description
These were found recently, in the end of 2019, and, this is a rather large and complete Spinel for the find with unusual hot pink-red color and good symmetry that is rare in this size. This crystal is complete all around with a robust octahedral form. When cut, the finest hot red Spinels from this locality can bring up to $25,000 a carat! There are probably gem zones inside if you cut it, small ones anyhow. This is a large and very attractive miniature with the hot maroon-red color contrasting perfectly with the snow-white Calcite matrix. Large crystals like this on matrix are very rare. Excellent presentation in a display case!
Known provenanceKnowing where your specimen comes from and who owned it adds to its story and value. Good provenance helps prove it's authentic and preserves important details about its discovery.
Richardson, Texas, USA

Unknown previous owners

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