XXL Gwindel with biterminal quartz - Talèfre, Mont Blanc massif - - Height: 14 cm - Width: 13 cm- 1.25 kg
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XXL Gwindel with biterminated quartz from Talèfre, Mont-Blanc massif, France; smoky quartz specimen, 1.254 kg, 14 × 13 cm.
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Description from the seller
Superb alpine specimen of smoked quartz featuring an XXL gwindel accompanied by a large bi-terminated quartz.
A significant and aesthetically pleasing collectible piece from the Mont-Blanc massif, specifically the Talèfre sector.
The main gwindel, about 12 cm wide, shows a clear and regular torsion, with several associated individuals forming a very sculptural group. The bi-terminated quartz completes the set and reinforces the 'showpiece' character of the specimen.
For a comprehensive 360° view in natural light, you can watch the presentation video of the specimen.
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Homogeneous smoky brown color, correct transparency with areas of good transparency, and beautiful play of light on the shiny faces. This is a representative example of the large alpine gwindels from Mont-Blanc, sizes and weights rarely offered on the market.
As always for a large alpine piece, some micro-chocks and small natural imperfections can be observed on certain edges and terminations, visible in the photos, but they do not detract from the overall aesthetic impact of the piece.
The photos were taken with professional lighting, without color editing, to best reproduce the true hue of the quartz and the relief of the crystalline group.
smoked quartz gwindel with biterminated quartz
• Location: Talèfre, Mont-Blanc massif, Chamonix, Haute-Savoie, France
• Maximum dimensions: approximately 14 × 13 cm
Weight: 1254 g
Sending:
Very careful packaging (bubble wrap, rigid protection) and prompt shipping with tracking.
Superb alpine specimen of smoked quartz featuring an XXL gwindel accompanied by a large bi-terminated quartz.
A significant and aesthetically pleasing collectible piece from the Mont-Blanc massif, specifically the Talèfre sector.
The main gwindel, about 12 cm wide, shows a clear and regular torsion, with several associated individuals forming a very sculptural group. The bi-terminated quartz completes the set and reinforces the 'showpiece' character of the specimen.
For a comprehensive 360° view in natural light, you can watch the presentation video of the specimen.
No translatable text provided.
Homogeneous smoky brown color, correct transparency with areas of good transparency, and beautiful play of light on the shiny faces. This is a representative example of the large alpine gwindels from Mont-Blanc, sizes and weights rarely offered on the market.
As always for a large alpine piece, some micro-chocks and small natural imperfections can be observed on certain edges and terminations, visible in the photos, but they do not detract from the overall aesthetic impact of the piece.
The photos were taken with professional lighting, without color editing, to best reproduce the true hue of the quartz and the relief of the crystalline group.
smoked quartz gwindel with biterminated quartz
• Location: Talèfre, Mont-Blanc massif, Chamonix, Haute-Savoie, France
• Maximum dimensions: approximately 14 × 13 cm
Weight: 1254 g
Sending:
Very careful packaging (bubble wrap, rigid protection) and prompt shipping with tracking.
Details
Main Mineral
XXL Gwindel with biterminal quartz - Talèfre, Mont Blanc massif
Mineral Form
-
Weight
1.25 kg
Origin (Region/ City)
French Alps
Country of Origin
France
Height
14 cm
Width
13 cm
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