Dolomite, var. Cobaltoan Dolomite
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Dolomite, var. Cobaltoan Dolomite

Specimen # 100822
Mineral: Dolomite, var. Cobaltoan Dolomite
Location: Dolomite, var. Cobaltoan Dolomite, Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Size: 5.9 x 5.5 x 3.5 cm

Description

Sharp, glassy, intense pink cobaltoan dolomite crystals stand out against a pale dolomite matrix. The cobaltoan dolomite crystals are gemmy and have great lustre. Nice crystal form, with modification faces visible. In excellent condition, there ar a few incomplete crystals but minor in relation to the piece overall and no issues with the main area of the specimen. This one is a beauty, with vivid colour and excellent contrast.

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Additional information

Dimensions 59 × 55 × 35 cm

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