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Bertrandite and Rhodochrosite on Quartz
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Bertrandite is a beryllium sorosilicate hydroxide which I am more used to seeing as individual rare crystals, especially in specimens from the British Isles. So when a specimen like this comes along, with a surface totally encrusted with superbly crystallised Bertrandite, seeing is believing! This choice large miniature is from Kara-Oba in the Karagandy Province of Kazakhstan. The Bertrandite forms creamy white translucent books and sprays to about 5 mm tall and covers a matrix of Quartz crystals averaging 5 cm long. One corner is punctuated with a patch of pale candy pink Rhodochrosite.\n
Product details
SpeciesQuartz, Rhodochrosite, Bertrandite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.9 x 5.1 x 3.7 cm
Added on12/02/2024
LocalityKazakhstan, Jambyl Region, Kara-Oba W deposit
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired 07/2026·Paid $300.00
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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Learn about Quartz
a versatile mineral with clear, milky, and colored varieties; crystal forms, formation clues, and tips for identifying amethyst and citrine.Regional guide
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