Langbanite (Type Locality) Velte Coll.

Langban, Filipstad, Varmland, Sweden
Miniature, 4.8 x 2.5 x 1.2 cm
Start Time: 03/25/2011 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 03/31/2011 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Langbanite is an ultra rare complex silicate and this rich and showy old-timer is from the famous namesake Type Locality in Sweden. This rich, two-sided matrix sliver features numerous sub-metallic, orthorhombic crystals including an EXCEPTIONALLY large 5 mm crystal! Crystals of this size are exceedingly rare! Classic, old-time and important material from this historic locale. Ex Charles Velte Collection.

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