Cerussite (GEM quality) (ex Irv Brown Collection)

Item Description

A very fine quality Cerussite from Touissit featuring a less commonly seen bladed habit crystal on minor matrix. Typically, the Cerussites from this locality are either tan / golden colored stout heart-shaped twins which are almost never gemmy, or elongated prismatic crystals, but to find this particular habit is rare in my experience. The main crystal measures 2.5 cm, and is notably thick for this particular style. It is sharp, glassy, and GEM QUALITY (better in person than the photos might indicate). Ecxellent condition, nearly 100% damage free, save the base where it was removed from the pocket wall. This is facet-grade Cerussite and superb for the locality. From the worldwide thumbnail / miniature collection of Irv Brown. Valued at $900.