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LARGE MAGNETITE CRYSTALS. ...
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Description
LARGE MAGNETITE CRYSTALSMadawaska Mine, Faraday Township, Bancroft District, Hastings Co., Ontario, Canada
Massive group of dark greyish black Magnetite octahedrons with a luster that ranges from matte to shiny. Unusually large crystals for the species; from a Canadian mine that was in operation sporadically for 16 out of 28 years and closed altogether 25 years ago. This distinctive crystal group is in good condition overall, with some damage to terminations on two crystals. Dimensions are 4 ¼ x 6 x 3 ½ inches and it has a custom labeled base.
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2008 September Signature Natural History Auction #6008 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
September, 2008
28th
Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 1
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