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Silver feather (old classic) ex Joan Massague Coll. viewBack to Collection Liquidation Auctions - end Jan 21

Chanarcillo, Copiapo Prov., Atacama Region, Chile
  • Starting Time:1/14/2010 06:30:00 PM(CST)
  • Ending Time:1/21/2010 07:08:07 PM(CST)
  • Time Left:Auction Is Closed

  • Size:3.6 x 2.0 x 0.5 cm
  • Size Description:Miniature

Description:The famous mines at Chanarcillo, Chile produced a rich array of beautiful silver-related species. This aesthetic "feather" of elongated, spinel-twinned silver crystals is a classic Chanarcillo habit. Tiny acanthite crystals richly pepper the feather and the pod of attached matrix are striking accents. Undoubtably century-old material, but no proof. Ex Dr. Joan Massague Collection. Valued at $900-1200.