Kämmererite - Kop Krom mine, Erzurum, Anatolia, Turkey - Height: 6 cm - Width: 4.7 cm- 135 g
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Kammererite from the Kop Krom mine, Erzurum, Anatolia, Turkey; weight 135 g, dimensions 6.0 × 4.7 × 3.3 cm; largest crystal 0.5 cm.
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Watch a video of this specimen by following the Vimeo link below: https://vimeo.com/1233769085/031599d5f7
Here is a specimen showing typical rich purple/fuchsia tones of Kämmererite (chromian clinochlore ). Some gemmy crystals are visible on the upper part of the specimen.
Kammererite of this quality is known only from the Kop Krom ophiolitic complex in Turkey, and this locality has not produced new material for decades. This represents a rare opportunity to acquire a superb example of this internationally recognized classic—a mineral that combines both rarity and exceptional aesthetic appeal.
Largest crystal: 0.5 cm
Seller's Story
Cristosud, based in Lyon, France, is a dedicated team offering a curated selection of fine-quality French and international minerals, with a focus on distinctive specimens that inspire curiosity and wonder.
As naturalist geologists and passionate collectors, we are continually amazed by how natural processes create highly complex and elegant structures. Within this complexity lies a captivating beauty that the human eye can appreciate.
Minerals and crystals are timeless examples of natural artistry—stunning, thought-provoking, and enduring sources of inspiration that collectors can enjoy at home
Translated by Google TranslateWatch a video of this specimen by following the Vimeo link below: https://vimeo.com/1233769085/031599d5f7
Here is a specimen showing typical rich purple/fuchsia tones of Kämmererite (chromian clinochlore ). Some gemmy crystals are visible on the upper part of the specimen.
Kammererite of this quality is known only from the Kop Krom ophiolitic complex in Turkey, and this locality has not produced new material for decades. This represents a rare opportunity to acquire a superb example of this internationally recognized classic—a mineral that combines both rarity and exceptional aesthetic appeal.
Largest crystal: 0.5 cm
Seller's Story
Cristosud, based in Lyon, France, is a dedicated team offering a curated selection of fine-quality French and international minerals, with a focus on distinctive specimens that inspire curiosity and wonder.
As naturalist geologists and passionate collectors, we are continually amazed by how natural processes create highly complex and elegant structures. Within this complexity lies a captivating beauty that the human eye can appreciate.
Minerals and crystals are timeless examples of natural artistry—stunning, thought-provoking, and enduring sources of inspiration that collectors can enjoy at home
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Main mineral
Kämmererite
Mineral form
- Kop Krom mine, Erzurum, Anatolia, Turkey
Weight
135 g
Origin (region/city)
Kop Krom mine, Erzurum, Anatolia
Country of origin
Turkey
Height
6 cm
Width
4.7 cm
Depth
3.3 cm
