Description/Interesting Notes:
An absolutely incredible, old time example of boracite from Germany!!! This specimen consists of a large single
crystal of aquamarine-green boracite!!! Usually this species is encountered as tiny crystals a couple millimeters in size, however
this specimen is huge at over 1.1cm!!! This specimen is complete and undamaged all around!!! The crystal
exhibits a striking dodecahedral habit with glassy luster and gemmy clarity!!! Curiously, the crystal exhibits
complexly etched features on each face - consisting of complex, shallow cavities - this unusual feature gives the
specimen a very unique look and also seems to add to its lively internal play of light!!! This specimen has gorgeous
aquamarine-greenish color and is very showy in person!!! This is a killer, old time boracite!!!
The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! This specimen is from the collection of Tony Nikischer!!! We just acquired
the 6000+ specimen PERSONAL collection of Tony Nikischer and there are going to be some very exciting
minerals to come in the upcoming days and weeks!!! Prior to the Nikischer collection this specimen was
originally from the collection of Florence Mecke (acquired from the late 1930's until the 1970's)!!!
Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! STAY TUNED!!! MORE AUCTIONS WILL BE ADDED MONDAY NIGHT FOR A SPECIAL 3-DAY AUCTION, ENDING THURSDAY NOVEMBER 29th!!!
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