Quartz
Quartz "Faden"
Dara Ismael Khan District, Waziristan, Pakistan		 Adamite on Limonite from Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [ADAMITE8]
Adamite on Limonite
Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico		 Opal (rough and cut) from Shoa Province, Ethiopia [OPAL12]
Opal (rough and cut)
Shoa Province, Ethiopia		 Opal (polished) from Jalisco, Mexico [OPAL3]
Opal (polished)
Jalisco, Mexico		 Quartz var. Faden from Dara Ismael Khan District, Waziristan, Pakistan [QUARTZ16]
Quartz var. Faden
Dara Ismael Khan District, Waziristan, Pakistan		 Corundum var. Sapphire from Potanino Mine, Ilmen Mountains, Russia [CORUNDUM8]
Corundum var. Sapphire
Potanino Mine, Ilmen Mountains, Russia

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Serandite with Aegirine from Mont St. Hilaire, Quebec, Canada [db_pics/pics/serandite1a.jpg] Serandite with Aegirine from Mont St. Hilaire, Quebec, Canada [db_pics/pics/serandite1b.jpg] Serandite with Aegirine from Mont St. Hilaire, Quebec, Canada [db_pics/pics/serandite1c.jpg]



SERANDITE1 - Serandite with Aegirine
$ 175.00 (=~ CAN$ 236.03)
 Mont St. Hilaire, Quebec, Canada
thumbnail - 1.7 x 2 x 1.2 cm

This lovely Serandite is a floater crystal, and has an embedded Aegerine in the top that adds contrast to this richly colored mineral. For its size, this piece is top notch. The mines in Mont St. Hilaire are all closed, and sadly pieces such as this one are irreplaceable. It comes in a thumbnail box, with its original hand written label, assembled by famed thumbnail collector Wendy Melanson of Hawthorneden Inc.

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Tourmaline var. Uvite with Magnesite and Quartz from Brumado, Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil [db_pics/pics/tourm7a.jpg] Tourmaline var. Uvite with Magnesite and Quartz from Brumado, Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil [db_pics/pics/tourm7b.jpg] Tourmaline var. Uvite with Magnesite and Quartz from Brumado, Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil [db_pics/pics/tourm7c.jpg]



TOURM7 - Tourmaline var. Uvite with Magnesite and Quartz
$ 195.00 (=~ CAN$ 263.00)
 Brumado, Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil
miniature - 4.2 x 3 x 2 cms

This Uvite has a deep green color, and is pleasantly "stacked," vertically. It has a sprinkling of Magnesite and Quartz crystals, making it a desirable specimen from Brumado. This piece originated through Hawthorneden, back when they were readily being found. Since then, the supply of good Uvites has dried up. Pic #3 is the back side of the specimen, also attractive and with a small area missing a crystal (not too eye catching and it's on the back!). 

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Olmiite on matrix from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite1a.jpg] Olmiite on matrix from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite1b.jpg] Olmiite on matrix from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite1c.jpg]



OLMIITE1 - Olmiite on matrix
$ 115.00 (=~ CAN$ 155.10)
 N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa
thumbnail - 3.5 x 2.8 x 2 cm

Once regarded as Poldervaartite, this piece was later known to be Olmiite due to a higher concentration of Manganese than originally observed. This piece has all the best attributes from the Olmiite find that was part of the Charlie Key collection (which this came from), from a pocket mined around 2000. It has a rich color, and a bright sparkly luster. The form is good as well as the spherical habit of the mineral is plainly seen, while attached to the matrix. The newer finds, typically have a lighter color.

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Olmiite from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite3a.jpg] Olmiite from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite3b.jpg] Olmiite from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite3c.jpg]



OLMIITE3 - Olmiite
$ 75.00 (=~ CAN$ 101.15)
 N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa
miniature - 4.8 x 4.3 x 1.2 cm

Once regarded as Poldervaartite, this mineral was later known to be Olmiite due to a higher concentration of Manganese than originally observed. This piece shows unique, bright barrel-like crystals on a matrix covered with druzy calcite. It is mounted on a 1 1/4" acrylic base (not pictured). There is a small ding on the mid right section of the piece, which is easily seen in the pics. Overall, a good sample of this interesting mineral. 

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Olmiite on Calcite from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite4a.jpg] Olmiite on Calcite from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite4b.jpg] Olmiite on Calcite from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite4c.jpg] Olmiite on Calcite from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [db_pics/pics/olmiite4d.jpg]



OLMIITE4 - Olmiite on Calcite
$ 145.00 (=~ CAN$ 195.57)
 N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa
small cabinet - 5.5 x 3.8 x 1.7 cm

Once regarded as Poldervaartite, this mineral was later known to be Olmiite due to a higher concentration of Manganese than originally observed. This was found around 2000 from a substantial pocket, purchased by Charlie Key. This fine example shows crystals of Olmiite with two different colors; one a milky beige, and the other a more transparent salmon color. It's in great condition. It has a glassy, bright surface. It comes mounted on a 1.25 inch/ 3 cm acrylic base. 

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Sphalerite on Quartz from Shuikoushan Lead/Zinc Mine, Chaling, Hunan Province, China [db_pics/pics/sphalerite1a.jpg] Sphalerite on Quartz from Shuikoushan Lead/Zinc Mine, Chaling, Hunan Province, China [db_pics/pics/sphalerite1b.jpg] Sphalerite on Quartz from Shuikoushan Lead/Zinc Mine, Chaling, Hunan Province, China [db_pics/pics/sphalerite1c.jpg] Sphalerite on Quartz from Shuikoushan Lead/Zinc Mine, Chaling, Hunan Province, China [db_pics/pics/sphalerite1d.jpg]



SPHALERITE1 - Sphalerite on Quartz
$ 195.00 (=~ CAN$ 263.00)
 Shuikoushan Lead/Zinc Mine, Chaling, Hunan Province, China
cabinet - 11.5 x 8 x 6 cm

Two very large Sphalerite crystals are pleasantly perched on a bed of clear Quartz crystals. On top of the Sphalerites are water clear Drusy Quartz crystal clusters. This piece is aesthetic, especially in its contrast. The dark orangey Sphalerites vs. the white/clear quartz. The Sphalerites are relatively rounded, vs. the Quartz pointiness. And finally the tiny, fine druzy clear Quartz contrasts the larger cluster of points. It's in good condition overall. There's a minor blemish on the far right side of the lower Sphalerite crystal. Comes with a 1.25 inch three-prong acrylic stand. 

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Opal (polished) from Jalisco, Mexico [db_pics/pics/opal3a.jpg] Opal (polished) from Jalisco, Mexico [db_pics/pics/opal3b.jpg] Opal (polished) from Jalisco, Mexico [db_pics/pics/opal3c.jpg]



OPAL3 - Opal (polished)
$ 245.00 (=~ CAN$ 330.44)
 Jalisco, Mexico
thumbnail - 2.6 x 1.4 x .9 cm

Mexican Opal from Jalisco is prized for its transparency, fire and stability. I acquire this opal directly from the miners, who cut and polish the pieces by hand. The opal forms in a reddish matrix and when extremely good pieces are found, they carve away the matrix, and polish the remaining opal. The net result is a totally unique, highly lustrous free form. It can be set in jewelry or left in its own case to be displayed. This excellent example weighs 10.90 carats. 

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Stilbite from Jalgaon, India [db_pics/pics/stilbite1a.jpg] Stilbite from Jalgaon, India [db_pics/pics/stilbite1b.jpg] Stilbite from Jalgaon, India [db_pics/pics/stilbite1c.jpg] Stilbite from Jalgaon, India [db_pics/pics/stilbite1d.jpg]



STILBITE1 - Stilbite
$ 95.00 (=~ CAN$ 128.13)
 Jalgaon, India
cabinet - 10.5 x 9 x 6.2 cm

This Stilbite Specimen was found in the Deccan Plateau, in India. This ancient basalt flow is the greatest producer of Zeolites such as Stilbite. This is a fine example given its aesthetic crystallized 'spray.' The primary crystal is a creamy white color, and it's growing on a base of peach colored Stilbite. It displays easily without a stand, from several directions. For a common mineral, this is a superb example. 

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Opal: Rough and Cut from Shoa Province, Ethiopia [db_pics/pics/opal2a.jpg] Opal: Rough and Cut from Shoa Province, Ethiopia [db_pics/pics/opal2c.jpg] Opal: Rough and Cut from Shoa Province, Ethiopia [db_pics/pics/opal2d.jpg]



OPAL2 - Opal: Rough and Cut
$ 195.00 (=~ CAN$ 263.00)
 Shoa Province, Ethiopia
thumbnail - 2.8 x 2.5 x 1.8

Fire opal has been found in Ethiopia for many years, this new deposit also known as 'desert opal,' typically has a white silica base, compared to the previous finds that were brown or occasionally black. Desert opal can be brilliant and colorful. It is a new deposit, and as such untested for very long time horizons (like Australian). We have cut many pieces, and if they don't crack during cutting, we let them "rest," for about a year, before offering them for sale. The rough piece weighs 55.80 carats/ 11.16 grams. It is a wonderful specimen from this new deposit. The piece is a nodule, that has a flat face, and the quality of the opal seam is beautiful. Pics don't convey the way the light pics up the colors when you see it in person.  The cabochon that accompanies the larger piece weighs 3.89 carats. It is cut as a high dome round. I matched the color play as much as possible to make the set. They both exhibit flashes of green and orange, with the cab exhibiting a bit more blue. 

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Danburite: Rough and Cut from Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico [db_pics/pics/danburite1a.jpg] Danburite: Rough and Cut from Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico [db_pics/pics/danburite1b.jpg]



DANBURITE1 - Danburite: Rough and Cut
$ 95.00 (=~ CAN$ 128.13) NET
 Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico
miniature - 3.2 x 2.6 x 1.7 cm

The Danburite crystal weighs 83 carats (16+grams) and the cut Danburite oval weighs 7.20 carats. Danburite crystals are notoriously damaged, and finding a sizeable one with no dings and some clarity is remarkably difficult. Danburite has a hardness of 7 - 7.5, and has a higher refractory index than a diamond, so as a cut stone it is quite sparkly. It is a Calcium Borosilicate, and it is taken out of a zinc mine by enterprising Mexican miners. Lately production has been very poor, with primarily "lechosa," or "milky" crystals being found. The entire chizel shaped termination is pristine. There is some side damage on the piece, but the clarity and intact termination makes up for that. I got the cut stone out of an old collection, it was facetted around 20 years ago. the price was right, so I'm passing it along. The two pics show the front and back of the crystal. 

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