**Complimentary Specimens** As a gesture of appreciation, winning lots with a final hammer price above €50 will include one small additional mineral offered entirely free of charge. ——————- Description: A vivid green spearhead of crystalline light, this remarkable Titanite rises with a presence that is both precise and explosive, as if the geometry of a blade had been captured mid formation and frozen in mineral form. Its saturated green tone, luminous and sharply defined, carries an energy that feels both natural and almost engineered, a balance between raw geological force and refined crystalline order. Among all natural gemstones, Titanite occupies a singular position due to its exceptional optical behaviour. Its dispersion exceeds that of diamond, allowing it to break light into spectral flashes of remarkable intensity. This characteristic gives the crystal a vibrant internal life, where even subtle changes in illumination can produce dynamic flashes of colour within its structure. The colour is a rich and vivid green, clean and expressive, with lighter internal zones that create natural depth and tonal variation. Rather than appearing flat, the crystal reveals layers of colour that shift gently as light penetrates the body. This interplay between saturation and transparency gives the specimen a distinctly luminous quality, where the green appears to glow from within. The morphology is sharply defined and highly aesthetic, forming a natural spearhead structure with a perfectly resolved termination. The apex is clean, coherent and uninterrupted, presenting a flawless natural termination that enhances both the mineralogical and visual value of the specimen. The crystal body displays a prismatic development, elongated and balanced, with surfaces that converge naturally into the terminal point. Surface features remain entirely natural, with visible growth textures and fine structural markings that reflect uninterrupted crystallisation. These micro features interact with light, creating a combination of soft reflections and internal illumination. The lustre ranges from vitreous to approaching adamantine in certain angles, reinforcing the brilliance associated with this mineral. Transparency varies from translucent to locally transparent, allowing light to travel through the crystal and activate its internal structure. This internal light transmission enhances the perception of depth and gives the stone a vivid, almost electric visual presence when illuminated. This specimen originates from the Skardu region, Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan, a locality known for producing fine Titanite crystals within alpine type geological environments. The crystal remains completely natural, unpolished and untreated, preserving its full structural and optical integrity. The result is a highly expressive Titanite crystal where colour, form and optical performance converge into a striking and refined mineral specimen. Specifications: • Weight: 0.57 g • Weight in carats: 2.85 ct • Dimensions: 14 × 9 × 4 mm • Origin: Skardu region, Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan • Mineral species: Titanite • Synonym: Sphene • Chemical formula: CaTiSiO₅ • Crystal system: Monoclinic • Crystal habit: Elongated prismatic crystal with spearhead termination • Morphology: Well defined crystal with sharp terminal apex • Colour: Vivid green • Colour distribution: Natural internal variation with lighter zones • Transparency: Translucent to locally transparent • Lustre: Vitreous to near adamantine • Dispersion: Very high, exceeding that of diamond • Surface features: Natural growth textures and micro structural relief • Condition: Natural crystal, unpolished • Treatment: None Notable Points: • Exceptional dispersion exceeding diamond The crystal displays one of the highest dispersion levels among natural minerals, producing vivid spectral flashes under light. • Vivid green colour with strong luminosity The colour is clean, saturated and visually striking, with internal brightness enhancing its presence. • Flawless natural termination The apex is sharply defined and complete, without interruption, reinforcing the crystal’s integrity. • Spearhead morphology The crystal forms a distinctive blade like geometry, highly aesthetic and immediately recognisable. • Prismatic crystal development Elongated structure with balanced proportions and coherent geometry. • High light interaction The crystal responds dynamically to illumination, revealing internal depth and colour variation. • Translucent to locally transparent body Allows light penetration and internal activation. • Vitreous to near adamantine lustre Surface reflections enhance brilliance while maintaining clarity of structure. • Natural growth features preserved Surface textures and internal structures reflect uninterrupted crystallisation. • Untreated and unpolished The specimen remains exactly as formed in nature. • Pakistani origin From a recognised locality for fine alpine Titanite crystals. • Strong collector appeal Combines optical performance, crystal form and colour in a single specimen. Collector’s Interest: Titanite is a mineral highly regarded by informed collectors due to its extraordinary optical properties, particularly its dispersion, which surpasses that of diamond. Specimens that combine strong colour, well defined crystal morphology and preserved termination are especially sought after. This example presents a compelling combination of vivid green colour, high optical performance and a sharply defined spearhead structure. The presence of a flawless natural termination and prismatic development further enhances its desirability, placing it within a category of specimens that offer both visual impact and mineralogical significance. Its balanced proportions and dynamic light response make it a striking display piece, suitable for collectors focused on high dispersion minerals, alpine crystals or aesthetically resolved natural forms. Lapidary Potential: The crystal possesses sufficient transparency and colour to support potential cutting. However, Titanite’s relatively low hardness requires careful handling in any lapidary process. In its current form, the specimen retains its full crystal integrity, including its flawless termination and prismatic structure. These characteristics represent its highest value, and preserving the crystal as a natural specimen maintains both its geological authenticity and collector appeal. ——————— Shipping and Handling: All orders are shipped by Portuguese National Post and UPS. • Dispatch time: within 1 to 3 business days after payment confirmation to Catawiki • Transit time service: between 2 to 5 business days within europe and worldwide, depending on destination national post. • A tracking number is always provided Photography and transparency: All photographs are taken under controlled lighting conditions using a macro lens, carefully selected to present each specimen as accurately as possible. No filters, colour enhancement, or artificial saturation are applied. The lighting setup uses a calibrated 5500K light source, replicating neutral daylight to reveal natural tones, surface features, and internal characteristics. Under warmer or weaker indoor lighting, colours may appear slightly different, which is normal. The purpose of this photographic process is documentation and representation, not visual enhancement. Images are intended to reflect the specimen faithfully as it appears under balanced natural light conditions. Identification and ethics: All specimens offered are natural and described to the best of our knowledge, based on direct sourcing, professional experience, and information provided by trusted suppliers working at the origin. Every effort is made to ensure transparency and accuracy regarding identification, locality, and general characteristics, avoiding misleading statements about treatment, provenance, or nature. 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