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Rare Spinel Trapiche


Product No.: mf33-002



 
Rare Spinel Trapiche
Rare Spinel Trapiche
Rare Spinel Trapiche

 

 

Mineral:
Spinel
Chemical Formula:
MgAl2O4
Size:
8,3 x 7,9 x 1,2 mm
Weight:
0,86 ct or 0,172 g
Transparence:
translucent
Quantity:
1
Origin:
Li Chaung Gyi mine, near Ohngaing (Ohn Gaing; Ohn Kai) village, north of Mogok, Burma (Myanmar)

This is a rare pseudomorphosis of a spinel after a trapiche sapphire. The whole trapiche crystal has been fully replaced by spinel. The six ray pattern is still visible. The specimen has been sliced not polished. A truly rare spinel specimen!

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