Bertrandite Golconda District, Governador Valadares, Doce valley, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil 1.46" x 1.1" x .87" 3.7cm x 2.8cm x 2.2cm Ex. Robert E. Jenkins II Collection No. 9293

Description/Interesting Notes: An absolutely extraoridinary example of this rare beryllium species from Brazil!!! This specimen is a world-class example of the species!!! This specimen consists of a complex cluster of intergrown compound blades of bertrandite!!! The crystals are razor sharp and glassy!!! The largest compound crystal measures up to over 2cm!!! This specimen is pristine, undamaged, and displays magnificently!!! The pics simply don't capture its delicate-looking beauty, but in person it looks like "a butterfly made of snowflakes" as one collector commented!!! This specimen is from the personal collection of Robert Jenkins who lived for years in Brazil and was able to obtain the best of the best specimens for his personal collection!!! This specimen was in the main display case of his collection and at eye level - no doubt a testement to its significance!!! Truly a world-class bertrandite!!! This specimen came out of a one time find with a small group of other significant bertrandite specimens about 25 years ago and nothing even close to this quality has been seen since!!! The pics don't even come close - you don't want to miss out on this one!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! STAY TUNED!!! MORE AUCTIONS WILL BE ADDED SATURDAY NIGHT FOR A SPECIAL 5-DAY AUCTION, ENDING THURSDAY DECEMBER 11th!!! PLEASE NOTE: We have added an important new FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section to our "About Me" page and it's recommended that both first time buyers as well as long time customers check it out! Here you will find answers to your shipping related questions as well as other important information.

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