BENITOITE, NEPTUNITE (Ref: 21666)
California State Gem Mine, Santa Rita Peak, San Benito County, California, United States
54mm x 45mm x 24mm
$1180
A mesmerizing specimen of blue benitoite crystals with neptunite and natrolite from the famous California State Gem Mine (Dallas Gem Mine), San Benito Co., California, USA. This fine combo piece features triangular benitoite crystals to 14mm with medium lustrous faces. They are very sharp and well formed. The color is blue to some colorless and dark zones. Black and lustrous, prismatic neptunite crystals grow on the base. The benitoite crystals are elegantly nestled on a snow white natrolite, creating a highly aesthetic visual contrast. In excellent condition – one neptunite crystal not complete. On acrylic base., This remarkable piece exemplifies the harmonious interplay of natural beauty and mineralogical rarity, making it a true collector's gem!, Data last checked on 22nd Feb 2025 - specimen may no longer be available
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