11 Dec 2012
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The World of Opals, The Splendor of Gold including the Margie and Robert E. Petersen Collection of Gold Nuggets
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The World of Opals, The Splendor of Gold including the Margie and Robert E. Petersen Collection of Gold Nuggets
Back to auction 21137
Rare Large Crystal Opal
Mintabie, South Australia, Australia
The opal deposits of Mintabie have long been depleted with no new production emerging. The present example was set aside many years ago by the miner who could not bear to part with it earlier. Simply contour polished to reveal its beauty, a vibrant electric green and blue pinpoint play-of-color are seen to dance across the surface. Such a notable piece would, no doubt, create a fine pendant.
Weighing approximately 77.0 carats and measuring 40.0 x 34.0 x 10.0mm
The opal deposits of Mintabie have long been depleted with no new production emerging. The present example was set aside many years ago by the miner who could not bear to part with it earlier. Simply contour polished to reveal its beauty, a vibrant electric green and blue pinpoint play-of-color are seen to dance across the surface. Such a notable piece would, no doubt, create a fine pendant.
Weighing approximately 77.0 carats and measuring 40.0 x 34.0 x 10.0mm
Estimate:
US$ 10,000 - 12,000
£6,400 - 7,700
€7,500 - 9,000
£6,400 - 7,700
€7,500 - 9,000
Category: Natural History
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