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MD-119104
Siderite
Morro Velho mine (incl. Mina Velha; Mina Grande), Nova Lima, Iron Quadrangle, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Cabinet, 9.9 x 5.7 x 3.3 cm
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Select cluster of gemmy and highly lustrous rhombs of Siderite completely covering the surface of the specimen. Each rhomb is very exaggerated, giving the impression of being a blade rather than a rhomb. The luster is superb, as is the gemminess. very NICE, glowing, sparkling, golden-hued EXAMPLE in a LARGE SIZE, FROM THE 1960s! Ex. Steve Smale Collection.