October 13, 2023
SUPERB Diamond Crystal in Kimberlite Matrix MIRNY MINE, RUSSIA - Ex. Sacchi
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Diamond in KimberliteMirny Mine, Mirny, Sakha Republic, Eastern-Siberian Region, Russia4.53cm x 3.64cm x 2.37cmEx. Sacchi CollectionDescription/Interesting Notes:An outstanding example of diamond in matrix from this famed Russian locale!!! Diamond specimens are almost always encountered as loose crystals, with matrix examples being exceedingly scarce (and of the few matrix examples that are encountered many are often faked or repaired)!!! True, natural matrix specimens are extremely rare and highly sought after!!! These fine matrix specimens from the Mirny Mine were available for a brief time in the 1970's and are next to impossible to find today!!! These characteristic specimens exhibit a slightly rounded matrix due to the tumbling caused by hydraulic mining processes (it was also this tumbling that allowed the diamonds to be gradually exposed while still remaining in the matrix)!!! I personally excavated some of the surrounding matrix to better expose the crystal, however it is still deeply embedded (50% of the crystal is still within the matrix)!!! This specimen is absolutely, positively, guaranteed to be a 100% natural matrix diamond specimen!!! This specimen hosts a razor-sharp, gem diamond crytal prominently perched on dark greenish kimberlite matrix!!! The crystal is complete, undamaged and measures nearly 7mm!!! The crystal
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