Calcite on Cuprian Austinite

Guchab prospect, Grootfontein, Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia
Small Cabinet, 5.6 x 2.7 x 1.9 cm
Start Time: 06/05/2019 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 06/25/2019 6:44:40 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Superlative combination of Calcite on Cuprian Austinite from the Guchab prospect in Grootfontein. The complex habit of the Calcites, which range up to 1.6 cm, is accented beautifully by the pleasant jasmine color and the high translucense of the crystals. The bed of green Cuprian Austinite not only creates an attractive complement to both the color and texture of the Calcites, but the green matrix shows through the Calcite quite strongly. This color and light trasmission adds even more to the beauty and interest of the piece. There is a small contact and a few tiny, minor dings on the back side, but the presentation side of this small cab is pristine, with superb aesthetics. Acquired in the 1960's from Al McGuinness, this wonderful specimen was #5879 in Kay's collection.

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