Hematite flower with embedded rutile Mineral Collection - Height: 4.2 cm - Width: 4.4 cm- 26 g - (1)

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Meteorite specimen titled Fiore di ematite con aghi di rutilo incastonato, part of a mineral collection, originating from Minas Gerais, Brazil.

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Hematite flower with rutile needles embedded in a vivid red color.
Hematite is a very common mineral on our planet and beyond; in fact, its presence is said to give Mars its characteristic red color. Its name, meaning 'stone of blood,' alludes precisely to its distinctive hue. It is a mineral known since ancient times and was historically used to make jewelry worn during mourning.
Rutile acts as a mineral of titanium, crucial for creating lightweight and durable alloys in aerospace and medicine. Its high refractive index makes it a pigment in paints and ceramics. When included within quartz, it creates sought-after gemstones for jewelry and collectors.

Hematite flower with rutile needles embedded in a vivid red color.
Hematite is a very common mineral on our planet and beyond; in fact, its presence is said to give Mars its characteristic red color. Its name, meaning 'stone of blood,' alludes precisely to its distinctive hue. It is a mineral known since ancient times and was historically used to make jewelry worn during mourning.
Rutile acts as a mineral of titanium, crucial for creating lightweight and durable alloys in aerospace and medicine. Its high refractive index makes it a pigment in paints and ceramics. When included within quartz, it creates sought-after gemstones for jewelry and collectors.

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Number of items
1
Main Mineral
Hematite flower with embedded rutile
Mineral Form
Mineral Collection
Weight
26 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Minas Gerais
Country of Origin
Brazil
Height
4.2 cm
Width
4.4 cm
Depth
2.3 cm
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Objects sold
92.86%
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