Description
Matrix "Herkimer diamond" quartz specimens are rare because the crystals commonly pop off the matrix during collecting, as the matrix is simply very hard. This is a beautiful, bright, eye-catching, doubly-terminated, GEMMY quartz specimen. You can look through the crystal and see the druzy quartz on the matrix under the crystal. Although common in principle, this quality is not. The balance and composition of this piece makes it an elegant thumbnail, worthy of high-quality display in a collection.
Details
ColorsWhite
Origin
Lassellsville, Fulton Co., New York, USA
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.8 x 2.0 x 1.6 cm
Species
Qz
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.
DateOwnerEventPriceNote
UnknownThe ArkenstoneAcquired
Not disclosed
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Not disclosed
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