Datolite, Delaware Mine attr., Keweenaw Peninsula, Michigan, ex. Louis Lafayette Collection, Miniature 1.0 x 3.5 x 6.0 cm, $50. Online Nov. 25
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Cut and polished datolite nodule colored in shades of reddish and light pink hues. Note upon close examination there are literally thousands of tiny inclusions attributed as micro-copper particles that impart the reddish tinge. Specimen is well polished but could be even better with modern style lapidary equipment. No faults.