Benitoite
at-auction$ 280
- Locality
- Gem Mine, San Benito Co., California, USA
- Minerals
- Benitoite
- Dimensions
- 9 x 4 x 3 cm
- Size class
- Small Cabinet
- SID
- R262
Lustrous, deep blue crystals of Benitoite and white Natrolite on matrix. The crystals show some chipping, but have excellent sapphire-blue color and good luster, both of which are uncommonly good. They also have areas of transparency with possibly gem rough. Crystals to 8mm in size.