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Vanadinite on Barite (ex Brian Kosnar Collection)
- Mibladen Mine, Midelt, Khenifra Province, Meknes-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
- Small Cabinet, 5.8 x 5.7 x 3.4 cm
- Start Time: 10/13/2011 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 10/20/2011 6:48:44 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
This is NOT a contemporary specimen, but rather from about 25 years ago. This piece is loaded with sharp, bright red, hexagonal blades of Vanadinite sitting atop bladed and massive snow-white Barite matrix. I think most collectors would agree that the best matrix for Mibladen Vanadinites is Barite, and the color contrast in this specimen is great. You don't see many Vanadinites on Barite on the market today. A worthwhile and attractive specimen with some nice quality crystals on highly desirable matrix.