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MD-266382
Celestine
Sakoany (Sankoany) deposit, Katsepy Commune, Mitsinjo District, Boeny Region, Mahajanga (Majunga) Province, Madagascar
Cabinet, 11.5 x 10.5 x 5.8 cm
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Sakoany celestines are considered to be amongst the finest in the world and this cabinet piece is highly representative of the species and locality. The vug in the sculptural matrix is totally lined gemmy and lustrous, light steel-blue celestine crystals with classic chisel terminations. They almost look like topaz crystals. The large dominating crystal is 5.3 cm.