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Lechang Mine, Lechang Co., Shaoguan Prefecture, Guangdong Province, China
A BIG, brilliantly lustrous, colorful cluster atop contrasting crystallized quartz matrix, from a locality better known for spessartines. In fact, these gorgeous big sphalerites were actually mislabelled as andradite garnet by the Chinese dealer selling them. Minor contact damage to the small crystals and back faces on the large crystal, but ... |
| © Rob ++++++++ | Photo ID: 18983 View Count: 430 |
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Lechang Mine, Lechang Co., Shaoguan Prefecture, Guangdong Province, China
6.4 x 5.2 x 4.8 cm. This is a splendid example of the stunningly lustrous, large gem sphalerites found at Lechang a few years back that caused a big stir…with glowing orange-red color and complex, glassy faces. There are three crystals here, the largest measuring just under two centimeters. They sit on a gently-curved matrix covered with tiny ... |
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