Ceruleite
Emma Luisa Mine, Guanaco, Antofagasta Province, Chile
A gorgeous nodule of a rare aluminum-containing species, named after the Latin caeruleus, meaning "sky-blue" referring to its astonishingly bright colora rich cerulean blue! The face has been superbly polished revealing the gemmy, carving-grade material within. The exterior has the matte or granular surface texture of the original nugget. This collectors specimen originates from the type locality for the speciesa one-time find. Measuring 5.0 x 5.5 x 3,0cm (2 x ¼ x 1 ½ in)