"Crystals of intense red realgar, intergrown with smoky barite crystals. Note that realgar is sensitive to light! This is a stunning combo piece, and rare. Realgar occurs in hydrothermal veins with valuable metal sulfide ores and its bright red color can be an aid to prospectors. It also can be found in hot spring deposits and as a volcanic sublimate product (crystallizing from vapors). Realgar gets its name from the Arabic words for "powder of the mine" (rahj al ghar). Realgar is famous for some wonderfully beautiful specimens. Some specimens can have a deep ruby red color with an amazing clarity and a high luster. The color of realgar is truly something to appreciate and cherish. " Location: Shimen, Hunan Province, China
Size: 3.3 x 2.4 x 2.0 cm.
Weight: 1.0 lbs.
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$115.00 |