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Smoky Quartz

Giuv Valley, Tujetsch, Vorderrhein Valley, Grischun (Graubunden), Switzerland

9.3cm x 5.2cm x 2.75cm

Ex. Florence Mecke Collection

Ex. Tony Nikischer Collection


Description/Interesting Notes:

A classic smoky quartz "gwindel" crystal from Switzerland!!! This specimen consists of a lustrous, gemmy, doubly terminated, smoky quartz crystal that shows characteristic rotation on the c-axis!!! Let me start off by saying that this specimen is way better than the pics show!!! The terminations show some complexly etched features on their faces however they are much more complete than it appears in the pics!!! The crystal has sharp, lustrous faces with highly complex modifications!!! Although there is one area of inclusions just below the surface, the great majority of the crystal is gem-clear and has a wonderful smoky hue!!! There are some tiny crystals of adularia on the bottom as well!!! Despite some damage this specimen displays quite handsomely in person!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! 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!!!


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