Huge, doubly-terminated RUBY crystal

Mysore District, Karnataka, India
Cabinet, 10.1 x 5.7 x 4.7 cm
Start Time: 09/02/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 09/09/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A huge, doubly-terminated, floater ruby crystal from India! We have seen bigger, I admit, but rarely do you get them in such good condition as a specimen. Also, this color is intense and highly valued for carving, whereas some is rather pale. It has fine hexagonal form and classic pigeon-blood-red color. Not gem quality, but still unbelievable that here in your hand is a huge ruby (and plenty is destroyed to make very valuable carvings of animals and deities. Complete all-around and pristine. If you want to amaze your friends, show them a ruby so big they can hardly hold it in their hand! This monster weighs 637 grams or 1.4 pounds! Valued at $1000-1500

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