One of the characteristics of the first pieces found in the Llamas quarry was their elongated shape, like a matchbox, and although pieces with that habit have continued to appear later, they were much more abundant in the early days. This piece, which was found in 2012 in a pocket called 'De la Culebra' (“of the snake” - One can easily guess why), shows that characteristic elongated habit, as well as the absolute transparency that has made this site famous.
Llamas Quarry, Obdulia vein, Caravia mining area, Las Cabañas, Duyos, Caravia, Comarca del Oriente, Principality of Asturias (Asturias) Spain (01/2010)
Specimen size: 6.7 × 5.9 × 3.9 cm = 2.64” × 2.32” × 1.54”
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