Adamite "disco ball" (old classic - fluorescent!)

Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
Small Cabinet, 6.4 x 3.7 x 3.0 cm
Start Time: 08/01/2016 6:30:00 am (CDT)
End Time: 08/04/2016 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A superlative, old-time, adamite "disco ball" is beautifully set on gossan matrix on this outstanding small cabinet from famed Mina Ojuela. The pristine, 3.7 cm translucent ball has classic yellow-green color and intense sparkle from the myriad of intergrown crystal terminations. Specimens of this uncommon sculptural quality and aesthetics are highly desirable. Neon-green fluorescence. Ex James Zigras Mexico Collection and comes with Hugh Ford label dating from 1946-57. Valued at $1250-1500.

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