Adamite Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mun. de Mapimí, Durango,...
Adamite Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mun. de Mapimí, Durango, Mexico "A cluster of intergrown, sparkling lime green adamite "fans". Bought from John Whitmeyer [sic]." - Rock H. Currier The Adamite 'balls' and/or the fan shaped 'wheels' are considered to be the most desirable of Ojuela Adamites. This is a consequence of the absolute abundance of lesser grade material, forcing connoisseurs to set high standards as to what is rarest and therefore; more desirable/valuable material. You can apply those standards for yourself: compare this one to others that you have seen. This specimen was purchased from John Whitmire, supplier extraordinaire of Mexican minerals of the day. Overall Measurements: 3.1 x 1.6 x 0.8 inches (8.0 x 4.0 x 2.0 cm) Offered at no reserve Provenance: Bought from John Whitmire [RHC #1380, acquired 1969] MinID QGX-627 [Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]
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Adamite Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mun. de Mapimí, Durango, Mexico "A cluster of intergrown, sparkling lime green adamite "fans". Bought from John Whitmeyer [sic]." - Rock H. Currier The Adamite 'balls' and/or the fan shaped 'wheels' are considered to be the most desirable of Ojuela Adamites. This is a consequence of the absolute abundance of lesser grade material, forcing connoisseurs to set high standards as to what is rarest and therefore; more desirable/valuable material. You can apply those standards for yourself: compare this one to others that you have seen. This specimen was purchased from John Whitmire, supplier extraordinaire of Mexican minerals of the day. Overall Measurements: 3.1 x 1.6 x 0.8 inches (8.0 x 4.0 x 2.0 cm) Offered at no reserve Provenance: Bought from John Whitmire [RHC #1380, acquired 1969] MinID QGX-627 [Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]
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