Spinel

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This is a huge and very impressive spinel crystal of connoisseur quality level. The colour is a very pleasing and interesting mix of magenta and hot pink, very uncommon and rare. The modified octehedron is pristine all the way around, it is a full floater and well crystalized on all sides. However, i think the most important feature are its marvellous growth patterns. Numerous triangles and other rounded structures grace all the sides. A rare Mogok beauty at its best!

Product details

SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.0 x 3.7 x 4.3 cm
Added on01/22/2025

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
Anton Watzl MineralsNot disclosed

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Spinel
Mineral guide
Learn about Spinel
, 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.