Egyptian Mineral Specimens 

 

OKI-600

OKI-600    Forsterite    St. Johns Island, Red Sea, Egypt.  Ex. Dr. Steve Chamberlain Collection, Prev. Bill Pinch..  Classic locale for this species.  This piece measures 1.2 x 1 x .6 cm and is mostly gem.  No damage, single termination and rich green color.  Minor striations. Excellent termination and luster.  Some minor overgrowths with one edge being slightly discolored internally.  A very nice example of uncommon material.  60$

 

 

 

 

OKI-631

OKI-631    Forsterite (peridot)     RESERVED    St. Johns Island, Red Sea, Egypt.  Ex. Dr. Steve Chamberlain Collection.  The classic locality for this material.  This fine, yet small( 1 x .7 cm) crystal is tabular and about .2 cm thick.  It is nicely striated and totally gem internally.  Perfect termination and nice color make it a desirable specimen from a tough locale to obtain specimens in today’s market.  No damage.  120$

 

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