Gypsum (floater) (ex Brian Kosnar Collection) Back to CONSIGNMENT and COLLECTION AUCTIONS - Ends January 26th, 2012

• Starting Time:1/19/2012 06:45:00 PM(CST)
• Ending Time:1/26/2012 06:45:00 PM(CST)

• Time Left:Auction Is Closed

• Size:Small Cabinet
• Size Description:9.7 x 7.8 x 6.1 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/gemmy, "fishtail"-twinned crystals of Gypsum sitting atop a "ball" of Gypsum which is comprised of several single bladed crystals. The largest twinned crystal measures 4.2 cm across. 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 $$1250-$1500. Don't miss out on what I'm sure will be considered a Canadian "classic" in years to come.