Thick Tiger's Eye Vein
Thick Tiger's Eye Vein from Headwaters of the Orange River, Griqualand West, South Africa
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Description Large vein of Tiger's Rye with bands of golden color caused by Quartz pseudomorphs after fibrous rocidolite crystals with wavy, chatoyant reflections and luster. Large specimens like this have many lapidary uses for carving and jewelry.
Size 15 x 6 x 8 cm.
Locality Headwaters of the Orange River, Griqualand West, South Africa
Collection John Betts - Fine Minerals

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