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Chondrodite with Spinel

Unknown Owner
An outstanding large cabinet display quality example for the species. Slightly translucent lustrous large crystals of chondrodite, the prominent cluster 8.0 cm in length, set up on a white marble matrix with pinkish red crystals of spinel. This is in terrific condition.

Product details

Species
Spinel, ChondroditeAbout Spinel →
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions20.0 x 12.0 x 11.5 cm
Added on10/08/2025
Locality
Vietnam, Yên Bái Province, Luc Yen MineRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$9,500.00
—Weinrich 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 Luc Yen Mine, Vietnam
Luc Yen spinel, Vietnam — cobalt-bearing blue and red pink octahedra in marble, with rich paragenesis, making Luc Yen a top, sculptural locality for collectors.