Lot 19
Lot 19
A COMPLETE SLICE OF DIOGENITE (NWA 7831)

Estimate
USD 7,000 - USD 10,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
A COMPLETE SLICE OF DIOGENITE (NWA 7831)

  • Details
Details
A COMPLETE SLICE OF DIOGENITE (NWA 7831)
DISCOVERED SAGUIA EL HAMRA, WESTERN SAHARA, 2013; MODERN CUTTING
This specimen displays numerous yellow-green crystals of orthopyroxene that appear translucent when back lit. Thin fractures in the rock contain terrestrial weathering products.
8 x 5½in. (20.8 x 13.8 x 0.2cm.)
178g
Brought to you by
Christie's
A Christie's specialist may contact you to discuss this lot or to notify you if the condition changes prior to the sale.