Euclase – Colombia

Euclase – Colombia

$15,000.00

Weight8 g
Miniature3.7 × 1.9 × 0.7 cm
SizeMiniature
LocalityLa Marina Mine, Mun. de Pauna, Boyaca Department, Colombia
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This exceptional miniature euclase specimen has been published in Jerry Sisk’s Sisk Gemology Reference, Volume 2, and is widely regarded as one of the finest examples of its species ever discovered. The dispersal of this remarkable find was handled discreetly through multiple dealers, lending an added sense of rarity and intrigue to its history. With that chapter now complete, it can be confidently stated that this piece ranks among the very finest euclase miniatures recovered, standing out as a benchmark example for the species.

The crystal exhibits phenomenal color and luster and is completely doubly terminated, a feature that immediately elevates its importance. Its vivid, fresh blue is refined and luminous, conveying a sense of lightness and inner glow rather than heaviness. The clarity is outstanding, with a bright glassy luster that becomes even more compelling in hand, where the transparency and brilliance are far more intense than photographs can convey.

Crystal form is sharply defined and elegant, with strong vertical growth lines that add texture and natural character. The termination is particularly captivating, displaying a complex multi-peak structure that creates depth, sparkle, and visual movement, giving the specimen a distinctly sculptural presence. The overall aesthetics achieve a rare balance of clarity, color, luster, and form. Miniature euclase specimens of this caliber are seldom encountered, and examples offering this level of preservation and visual impact are especially desirable. Refined, complete, and effortlessly beautiful, this piece stands as an extraordinary miniature and a true reference quality specimen.

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