Multicolored Tiger's Eye Vein

Multicolored Tiger's Eye Vein from Headwaters of the Orange River, Griqualand West, South Africa

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Large vein of Tiger's Eye with bands of golden and blue-gray color. The tiger-eye is wavy and has a chatoyant reflection. The blue color zones are presumed to be lacking in full pseudomorphism. Could be cut into many large cabochons or other lapidary uses. Ex. Stuart F. Wise collection #171.


Cut

12 x 9 x 5 cm.

Locality

Headwaters of the Orange River, Griqualand West, South Africa


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