Dumourturite (Blue Quartz) pair of Obelisks
Brazil
Deep blue dumortierite, named for a French paleontologist, is called the "blue denim stone." Often mistaken for lapis lazuli, it can be found in Arizona and California but the present source and best source is Brazil. A highly decorative pair of obelisks from an unusual sought-after material.
height 28in
Deep blue dumortierite, named for a French paleontologist, is called the "blue denim stone." Often mistaken for lapis lazuli, it can be found in Arizona and California but the present source and best source is Brazil. A highly decorative pair of obelisks from an unusual sought-after material.
height 28in
Estimate:
US$ 1,500 - 2,000
£990 - 1,300
€1,200 - 1,600
£990 - 1,300
€1,200 - 1,600
Category: Natural History
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