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A curated cabinet collection of 5 iconic mineral specimens from global localities in excellent condition, including Orpiment (Russia), Botryoidal Goethite, Specular Hematite (Ouro Preto, Brazil), Apophyllite on Stilbite Matrix (Poona, India), and Crystalline Ankerite.
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Curated Cabinet Collection of 5 Iconic Mineral Specimens – Global Localities
A superb, hand-selected collection of five diverse mineral specimens, perfect for an advanced collector or a high-end cabinet display. This thematic set showcases a fascinating contrast between metallic oxides, vibrant sulfides, and delicate crystalline structures from world-renowned mining districts.
The Collection Includes:
-Orpiment (Russia): A stunning, "golden-sun" specimen featuring intense orange and canary-yellow hues. Known for its distinct micaceous cleavage and waxy luster, this is a classic representative of the Siberian mineral wealth.
-Botryoidal Goethite: A rich, sculptural specimen of iron oxide. It displays a wonderful velvet-like texture and earthy "limonite" color palette, representing the fundamental beauty of secondary enrichment minerals.
-Specular Hematite (Ouro Preto, Brazil): A high-luster, metallic specimen from the iron-rich heart of Minas Gerais. It exhibits the classic "specularite" habit, reflecting light like a dark mirror.
-Apophyllite on Stilbite Matrix (Poona, India): A gem-quality, translucent Apophyllite crystal perfectly perched on a sparking micro-crystalline base. A textbook example of the world-famous Indian Deccan Traps zeolites.
-Crystalline Ankerite: A robust cluster of rhombohedral crystals. The warm, ferruginous-brown oxidation provides a beautiful aesthetic contrast to the sharper edges of the crystal faces.
Excellent condition (Cabinet quality)
Registered shipping with tracking provided.
Curated Cabinet Collection of 5 Iconic Mineral Specimens – Global Localities
A superb, hand-selected collection of five diverse mineral specimens, perfect for an advanced collector or a high-end cabinet display. This thematic set showcases a fascinating contrast between metallic oxides, vibrant sulfides, and delicate crystalline structures from world-renowned mining districts.
The Collection Includes:
-Orpiment (Russia): A stunning, "golden-sun" specimen featuring intense orange and canary-yellow hues. Known for its distinct micaceous cleavage and waxy luster, this is a classic representative of the Siberian mineral wealth.
-Botryoidal Goethite: A rich, sculptural specimen of iron oxide. It displays a wonderful velvet-like texture and earthy "limonite" color palette, representing the fundamental beauty of secondary enrichment minerals.
-Specular Hematite (Ouro Preto, Brazil): A high-luster, metallic specimen from the iron-rich heart of Minas Gerais. It exhibits the classic "specularite" habit, reflecting light like a dark mirror.
-Apophyllite on Stilbite Matrix (Poona, India): A gem-quality, translucent Apophyllite crystal perfectly perched on a sparking micro-crystalline base. A textbook example of the world-famous Indian Deccan Traps zeolites.
-Crystalline Ankerite: A robust cluster of rhombohedral crystals. The warm, ferruginous-brown oxidation provides a beautiful aesthetic contrast to the sharper edges of the crystal faces.
Excellent condition (Cabinet quality)
Registered shipping with tracking provided.

