Vanadinite (superb quality)

Mibladen, Midelt, Khenifra Province, Meknes-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Small Cabinet, 5.2 x 4.4 x 2.2 cm
Start Time: 02/10/2022 8:00:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 02/17/2022 6:45:00 pm (CST)
Auction Closed
Winning Bid: $310

Item Description

The phenomenal Vanadinite specimens from Mibladen are the pinnacle for the species. Of all the crystallized Vanadinite in the world, we haven't seen anything better for the last 50 years from anywhere else in the world. It's important to note that were it not for these specimens, Vanadinite would not be terribly well represented in the mineral world in terms of crystallized display pieces. This gorgeous large miniature / small cabinet sized specimen features superb quality, dark red color, sharp, lustrous, thick tabular crystals of Vanadinite measuring up to 1.2 cm across aesthetically sitting on a small amount of matrix. Looking closely I can't find any real damage of note to the crystals, though there is a tiny bit of roughness on the lower portion of the matrix, where the piece was removed from the pocket wall. Although there are many Vanadinite specimens on the market from Mibladen, this one stands out in terms of superior crystallization, displayability and virtually no damage of note. An excellent quality Vanadinite specimen from this world-famous locale. Priced at $1,200 in the inventory.

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Bidding History

Bid Amount Bid Time
$310 02/17/2022 6:32:20 pm (CST)
$300 02/17/2022 6:32:09 pm (CST)
$299 02/17/2022 6:32:09 pm (CST)
$289 02/17/2022 6:32:03 pm (CST)
$279 02/17/2022 6:32:03 pm (CST)
$269 02/17/2022 6:31:57 pm (CST)
$259 02/17/2022 6:31:57 pm (CST)
$249 02/17/2022 3:29:35 pm (CST)