Deep purple etched amethyst crystal from Roosevelt Dam, Arizona.

Etched Amethyst Crystal - Roosevelt Dam, Arizona ex. Richard Hauck

Name: Etched Amethyst Crystal - Roosevelt Dam, Arizona ex. Richard Hauck
Brand: MinerShop
SKU: MSJ0299
Price: 65.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$65.00 USD

SKU: MSJ0299

Weight and Dimensions

3.3 oz, 2.5" x 2" x 2"

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An old, antique specimen. Deep purple etched amethyst crystal from Roosevelt Dam, Arizona. This specimen has a long history and comes with historical labels from the Peter Zodac collection who was the founder of the Rocks and Minerals magazine.

Ex. Joe Daley Collection
Ex. Peter Zodac Collection
Ex. Albert Everitt Collection

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