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Benitoite
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A fine crystal of the rare barium-titanium silicate Benitoite with one edge 1.8 cm wide, embedded in blue tinged Natrolite from the Dallas Gem mine in the New Idria District of San Benito County, California. This locality also goes under the name of the California State Gem Mine and is situated on Santa Rita Peak. This primary crystal is mainly opaque inky blue yet one corner is translucent lilac. A much smaller Benitoite crystal, measuring about 2.5 mm, sits adjacent to the large crystal on a patch of white Natrolite. Such specimens have been etched out from the enveloping Natrolite using hydrochloric acid. This is a lovely small miniature of the species.
Product details
SpeciesBenitoite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.8 x 3.4 x 2.0 cm
Added on12/02/2024
LocalityUSA, California, Benitoite Gem Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
- Acquired
- Mar 2026
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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rare barium titanium cyclosilicate with sapphire-blue, sharp triangular crystals and vivid UV fluorescence; locality California State Gem Mine.Regional guide
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