Natural History
Natural History
Volodarsk-Volynskiy, Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukraine
Auction Closed
July 26, 08:15 PM GMT
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Heliodor
Volodarsk-Volynskiy, Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukraine
13.4 x 4.20 x 3.60 cm (5¼ x 1⅔ x 1⅜ in). 264 grams. With custom acrylic base.
A spectacularly large and gemmy heliodor crystal with a nearly flawless interior and the beautiful "leaded window" etching pattern characteristic of specimens from this region of Ukraine. Derived from the Greek word helios, meaning "sun," this golden yellow, hexagonal beryl prism shines as if it were at the center of our solar system. With a rare combination of size, color, and clarity, this gorgeous heliodor crystal would be at home in any major mineral collection.