Villiaumite (rare) (ex Matioli Collection)

Aris Quarries, Aris, Windhoek District, Khomas Region, Namibia
Small Cabinet, 5.7 x 3.4 x 3.2 cm
Start Time: 10/19/2017 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 10/26/2017 6:46:57 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A rarely seen specimen featuring "carmine" red / purplish red colored crystals of the sought after halide Villiaumite on host rock matrix from the Aris Quarries in Namibia. This locality is well known for producing some superb micro crystals of Villiaumite. Ex Paolo Matioli Collection. A very worthwhile addition to any rare mineral collection.

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