Phenakit Crystal - Height: 10 mm - Width: 5 mm- 0.97 g - (5)
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Five natural Phenakite crystals from the Jos region, Plateau State, Nigeria, total weight 4.85 carats (approximately 0.97 g), each about 5–10 mm in size, uncut and transparent to translucent with colourless to light champagne coloration.
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Phenakite – 5 natural rough crystals – 4.85 ct – Jos, Nigeria
Attractive lot of 5 natural phenakite crystals with a total weight of 4.85 carats.
The crystals show varying natural forms and growth structures. Especially noticeable are the sometimes very clear and transparent areas as well as the pronounced surface structures. Some pieces exhibit reddish-brown mineral inclusions or attachments, which create an interesting contrast to the predominantly colorless to slightly champagne-colored crystal material.
Under the macro shot, numerous fine natural structures become visible, including growth lines, depressions, irregular crystal surfaces, as well as internal structures and inclusions. These features are part of the natural character of the uncut crystals.
Details
Mineral: Phenakite (Phenakite)
Quantity: 5 natural rough crystals
Total weight: 4.85 ct
Size: approx. 5–10 mm per crystal (estimated)
Color: predominantly colorless to slightly champagne
Transparency: transparent to translucent
Condition: natural / rough / uncut
Origin: Jos region, Nigeria (according to the seller)
Provenance
I personally purchased the crystals directly from a gemstone dealer in Abuja, Nigeria. According to him, the phenakite comes from a mine in the Jos/Jos Plateau area, a well-known mineral and gemstone region of Nigeria.
The provenance statement is based on the information provided by the dealer at the time of purchase.
Photography
The images were taken as macro photographs in daylight. Due to the high magnification, even very small natural surface features, inclusions, and structures are clearly visible. The color effect, transparency, and brightness may vary slightly depending on lighting and display.
The photos show the five crystals actually offered and are part of the description.
Phenakite – 5 natural rough crystals – 4.85 ct – Jos, Nigeria
Attractive lot of 5 natural phenakite crystals with a total weight of 4.85 carats.
The crystals show varying natural forms and growth structures. Especially noticeable are the sometimes very clear and transparent areas as well as the pronounced surface structures. Some pieces exhibit reddish-brown mineral inclusions or attachments, which create an interesting contrast to the predominantly colorless to slightly champagne-colored crystal material.
Under the macro shot, numerous fine natural structures become visible, including growth lines, depressions, irregular crystal surfaces, as well as internal structures and inclusions. These features are part of the natural character of the uncut crystals.
Details
Mineral: Phenakite (Phenakite)
Quantity: 5 natural rough crystals
Total weight: 4.85 ct
Size: approx. 5–10 mm per crystal (estimated)
Color: predominantly colorless to slightly champagne
Transparency: transparent to translucent
Condition: natural / rough / uncut
Origin: Jos region, Nigeria (according to the seller)
Provenance
I personally purchased the crystals directly from a gemstone dealer in Abuja, Nigeria. According to him, the phenakite comes from a mine in the Jos/Jos Plateau area, a well-known mineral and gemstone region of Nigeria.
The provenance statement is based on the information provided by the dealer at the time of purchase.
Photography
The images were taken as macro photographs in daylight. Due to the high magnification, even very small natural surface features, inclusions, and structures are clearly visible. The color effect, transparency, and brightness may vary slightly depending on lighting and display.
The photos show the five crystals actually offered and are part of the description.
Details
Number of objects
5
Main mineral
Phenakit
Mineral form
Crystal
Weight
0.97 g
Origin (region/city)
Jos, Plateau State
Country of origin
Nigeria
Height
10 mm
Width
5 mm
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