gem AUGELITE, SIDERITE


Specimen: #20698
Locality: Rapid Creek, Dawson Mining District, Yukon Territory, Canada
Size: 35mm x 29mm x 14mm
Size description: Miniature
Shipping: USA 12.80, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 18.90, China via UPS 33.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

A fine specimen of gem augelite crystals to 6mm from the famous phosphate deposit of Yukon. The augelite is a rare mineral and some of the finest come from this locality. The crystals are sharp, highly lustrous, very well formed with rhombohedral habit and light mint-green color. They have a good transparency and gemminess. The siderite crystals are lustrous and gemmy with honey-brown color. It displays aesthetically on both sides. For references see the 1992 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 23, # 4. In very good condition – some outside edge contacts. On acrylic base.

Mesmerizing augelite!

 



gem AUGELITE, SIDERITE

gem AUGELITE, SIDERITE

gem AUGELITE, SIDERITE

gem AUGELITE, SIDERITE