Location

Benitoite Gem Mine, San Benito, California

Description

3.5 x 2.0 x 1.0 cm specimen of Natrolite and green Actinolite hosts several crystals of Benitoite to 1.3 cm in length. There are also small crystals of Neptunite, making for a colorful, and attractive miniature.

Since the discovery of benitoite its popularity and appeal as a gemstone and mineral specimen have continued to expand. Good specimens of benitoite are in constant demand as new collectors enter the hobby and are exposed to the unique crystal form and striking contrast of both benitoite and neptunite on the same specimen. It is still only found in California in anything resembling good crystals and gem quality material is only found at the Benitoite Gem Mine. Purchased directly from miners.

Price $270