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Celestine from Sankoany Deposit, near Ketsepy, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar

 
Celestine from Sankoany Deposit, near Ketsepy, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar

Celestine from Sankoany Deposit, near Ketsepy, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar

DESCRIPTION:No. 33354
Mineral:Celestine
Locality:Sankoany Deposit, near Ketsepy, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar
Description:Huge geode lined with transparent blue celestine (celestite) crystals in several pockets. The celestine crystals are highly lustrous and sparkle brightly making this an eye-catching cluster. This is priced to sell quickly. Ex. C.P. Maier; originally acquired in 1974
Overall Size:23x22x13 cm
Crystals:2-22 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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