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Morganite and Tantalite (rare combo) viewBack to Weekly COLLECTION LIQUIDATION AUCTIONS - end FRIDAY Nov 25 ,2011

Elizabeth R. Mine, Chief Mountain, Pala, San Diego Co., California
  • Starting Time:11/17/2011 06:30:00 PM(CST)
  • Ending Time:11/25/2011 06:30:00 PM(CST)
  • Time Left:Auction Is Closed

  • Size:11.0 x 6.8 x 6.8 cm
  • Size Description:CABINET

Description:A 3.4 cm naturally etched, doubly terminated, rose-pink morganite is the focal point of front of this very fine and rare large combination specimen from the Elizabeth R. Mine. Partially hidden on one side of the mounded matrix of bladed cleavelandite and pearlescent muscovite is a 1.9 x 1.8 cm, sharp, blocky, dark metallic-gray, tantalite crystal. The base and back have been sawed to enhance the display quality. Collected circa 2004. Ex Bill Larson and Pala Properties Collection.