Gypsum (floater) (ex Brian Kosnar Collection) Back to CONSIGMENT and COLLECTION AUCTIONS - Ends June 24th

• Starting Time:6/17/2010 06:45:00 PM(CDT)
• Ending Time:6/24/2010 06:45:00 PM(CDT)

• Time Left:Auction Is Closed

• Size:SMALL CABINET
• Size Description:8.2 x 7.0 x 4.5 cm

Description:When I first saw this material, I thought that that they were some of the most impressive, flashy and colorful specimens of Gypsum I have seen. This specimen consists of excellent, very aesthetic, razor-sharp, golden color, gem, "fishtail"-twinned crystals of Gypsum sitting atop a "ball" of Gypsum which is comprised of several single bladed crystals. The largest twinned crystal measures 3.7 cm long. This "floater" crystal formed in a calcium clay/sediment and has no point of attachment whatsoever. The color is very attractive for the species as well. The material is typically very fluorescent as well ! Another important aspect of this specimen is that it is NOT repaired, which makes a difference with this material. I have seen specimens similar to this one offered online around $1000-$1250. Don't miss out on what I'm sure will be considered a Canadian "classic" in years to come.