RARE provenance, BLACK MAGNETITE with clinochlore, Italy Crystals on matrix - Height: 94 mm - Width: 83 mm- 844 g
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Natural magnetite with clinoclore from Traversella Mine, Turin, Piedmont, Italy; crystals on matrix, weight 844 g, dimensions 94 × 83 × 70 mm.
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An excellent specimen of magnetite with clinoclore from the historic Traversella mine (TO), in Piedmont, completely natural and of notable mineralogical value. The magnetite crystals display a splendid, well-developed habit, typical of the isometric system, aggregated into a compact, bright cluster on matrix, with green clinoclore inclusions that enrich the piece's color contrast. The locality is particularly rare and sought after by collectors, being a historic site for Italian mineralogy; the piece is also accompanied by an antique label from an old collection. These features add aesthetic and mineralogical value to the piece.
This is an ideal specimen for mineral collections, display, and for those who appreciate the natural beauty of minerals, including in the realm of crystal therapy and lithotherapy, in line with the properties traditionally associated with the mineral species.
All minerals are 100% natural and untreated, with extremely rare exceptions always noted in the description. The photographs are taken with professional lighting to best showcase colors and details; however, slight variations in tone may occur depending on the device or ambient light.
Shipping is carried out via reliable and selected express couriers, with fast delivery (in many cases 1-2 business days in Europe), tracked and insured shipping and professional, secure packaging, as confirmed by customer reviews. Deliveries can also take place the day after payment depending on the destination.
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Seller's Story
I am Luca from italmineral-com, a young salesman with a background in nuclear engineering and I have consolidated my presence in the minerals sector by participating in fairs, auctions and by founding italmineral. I offer only the best, rarest and most special minerals, including uranium and thorium. I always guarantee the highest quality, fast shipping, careful packaging and excellent customer service. I am appreciated for my friendliness and the high quality of the materials offered."
Translated by Google TranslateAn excellent specimen of magnetite with clinoclore from the historic Traversella mine (TO), in Piedmont, completely natural and of notable mineralogical value. The magnetite crystals display a splendid, well-developed habit, typical of the isometric system, aggregated into a compact, bright cluster on matrix, with green clinoclore inclusions that enrich the piece's color contrast. The locality is particularly rare and sought after by collectors, being a historic site for Italian mineralogy; the piece is also accompanied by an antique label from an old collection. These features add aesthetic and mineralogical value to the piece.
This is an ideal specimen for mineral collections, display, and for those who appreciate the natural beauty of minerals, including in the realm of crystal therapy and lithotherapy, in line with the properties traditionally associated with the mineral species.
All minerals are 100% natural and untreated, with extremely rare exceptions always noted in the description. The photographs are taken with professional lighting to best showcase colors and details; however, slight variations in tone may occur depending on the device or ambient light.
Shipping is carried out via reliable and selected express couriers, with fast delivery (in many cases 1-2 business days in Europe), tracked and insured shipping and professional, secure packaging, as confirmed by customer reviews. Deliveries can also take place the day after payment depending on the destination.
You can aggregate multiple purchases and receive them in a single shipment, even from auctions with different end times, simply by contacting us to arrange the consolidation. For important pieces, direct delivery by appointment to your home or at major European fairs is also available.
Remember that you can view all auction pieces at the following link: www.catawiki.com/it/u/16653967
Follow us also in the live auctions every Monday and Friday at 20:55!
If you would like to view a video, request additional information or satisfy any curiosities about the pieces in CataWiki's special auctions, do not hesitate to contact us. You can find other contacts here: www.italmineral.com/pages/contact
Seller's Story
I am Luca from italmineral-com, a young salesman with a background in nuclear engineering and I have consolidated my presence in the minerals sector by participating in fairs, auctions and by founding italmineral. I offer only the best, rarest and most special minerals, including uranium and thorium. I always guarantee the highest quality, fast shipping, careful packaging and excellent customer service. I am appreciated for my friendliness and the high quality of the materials offered."
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Main mineral
RARE provenance, BLACK MAGNETITE with clinochlore, Italy
Mineral form
Crystals on matrix
Weight
844 g
Origin (region/city)
Traversella Mine, Turin, Piedmont
Country of origin
Italy
Height
94 mm
Width
83 mm
Depth
70 mm
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