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Vauxite with Franckeite on Pyrite

Siglo Veinte Mine (Siglo XX Mine), Llallagua, Potosi Department, Bolivia

7.2cm x 5cm x 4.53cm

Ex. Tony Nikischer Collection


Description/Interesting Notes:

An incredible, old time example of this sought after rarity from the type locality in Bolivia!!! Vauxite specimens are almost always seen as isolated casts with no associated matrix - examples of vauxite on matrix are extremely rare!!! This specimen consists of a rich showing of vauxite in association with franckeite on a matrix of chunky pyrite crystals!!! What makes this specimen even more exceptional, beyond being a matrix specimen, is the rich association with franckeite!!! The vauxite appears to be present as two seperate generations with numerous scattered sprays of deep blue crystals followed by a subsequent layer of small pale blue crystals that blankets a significant portion of the specimen!!! The pyrite crystals have brassy metallic luster and the main crystal consists of a sharp cube with a prominent octahedral modification!!! There is a very rich showing of dark gray, metallic blades of franckeite all around the specimen - much of which has been partially coated with vauxite microcrystals!!! In person the franckeite is much more apparent and the combination of blue vauxite and brassy metallic pyrite is quite handsome indeed!!! Very rare, OLD material!!! This specimen is WAY better than the pics show!!! 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!!! 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 DECEMBER 6th!!!


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