Description/Interesting Notes:
A magnificent example of this rare gold and silver bearing telluride from Fiji!!! This specimen consists of a quartz crystal-covered
matrix that hosts a rich showing of complex, silvery sylvanite crystals!!! This specimen is WAY better than the
pics show!!! This specimen host numerous highly complex sylvanite crystals scattered about the matrix as well as
rich showings of massive-crystalline sylvanite on the reverse!!! Upon close inspection one can see that the crystals are
actually quite well formed and exhibit significant thickness!!! Upon close inspection with a loupe or scope one can see that
there are actually terminated crystals and at least one tiny crystal of native tellurium!!! These are actually thick crystals that
are embedded within the matrix, not just simple surface cleavages as is commonly the case with sylvanite specimens!!!
The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!!
This specimen is from the collection of Tony Nikischer and retains an original collection label as well!!! 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!!!
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 OCTOBER 25th!!!
