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Hewettite (rare vanadate) John White Coll.
- Crook County, Oregon
- Small Cabinet, 5.7 x 3.7 x 1.8 cm
- Start Time: 06/13/2011 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 06/23/2011 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Hewettite is a very rare hydrated calcium vanadate. This striking specimen is from a VERY rare occurrence in Oregon, perhaps UNIQUE. A sculptural, 1.2 cm cluster of lustrous, reddish-brown acicular crystals is dramatically set on the crest of the quartz-rich matrix wedge. Vugs on both sides of the angled vein protect more clusters on this very uncommon species. This is a stunning, very rich and large example of the species, for ANY worldwide locale! Ex John White Collection of Seattle.