Corundum Var. Sapphire from Balangoda, near Ratnapura, Sabaragamuwa Province,  Sri Lanka [SAPPHIRE6]
Corundum Var. Sapphire
Balangoda, near Ratnapura, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka
Quartz var. Faden from Dara Ismael Khan District, Waziristan, Pakistan [QUARTZ16]
Quartz var. Faden
Dara Ismael Khan District, Waziristan, Pakistan
Olmiite on Calcite from N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa [OLMIITE4]
Olmiite on Calcite
N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa
Quartz Var. Rose from Lavra da Ilha Pegmatite, Taquaral, Itinga, Aracuai, Minas Gerais, Brazil [ROSE3]
Quartz Var. Rose
Lavra da Ilha Pegmatite, Taquaral, Itinga, Aracuai, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Beryl var. Aquamarine (etched) from Itatia Mine, Minas Gerais, Brazil [AQUA8]
Beryl var. Aquamarine (etched)
Itatia Mine, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Zoisite Var. Tanzanite from Arusha, Merelani, Tanzania [TANZANITE4]
Zoisite Var. Tanzanite
Arusha, Merelani, Tanzania

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Fluorite w/ interpenetrating twin from Denton Mine, Cave-in-rock District, Illinois [db_pics/pics/fluorite8a.jpg] Fluorite w/ interpenetrating twin from Denton Mine, Cave-in-rock District, Illinois [db_pics/pics/fluorite8b.jpg] Fluorite w/ interpenetrating twin from Denton Mine, Cave-in-rock District, Illinois [db_pics/pics/fluorite8c.jpg] Fluorite w/ interpenetrating twin from Denton Mine, Cave-in-rock District, Illinois [db_pics/pics/fluorite8d.jpg]



FLUORITE8 - Fluorite w/ interpenetrating twin
$ 275.00 SOLD
Denton Mine, Cave-in-rock District, Illinois
miniature - 3.7 x 2.8 x 2.4 cm

This beautiful interpentetrating twin, fluorite came from the Les Tolonen collection. We were able to acquire 100 flats of his best material, representing his 100 trips to the cave-in-rock district spanning 35 years of his doing business in the area while it was in production. You don't often see complete cubes of fluorite from Illinois (or really any location). Both are zoned with a puplish-blue exterior and a light yellow core in each crystal. The large crystal is sitting on a smaller one that is on a small bit of matrix on the very bottom (if you'd like an acryllic base and mineral tack, just ask and I'll include it). Most Illinois fluorite has damage of one kind or another due to the softness of flluorite and the lack of care during recovery. This piece is in great shape, considering everything. There are a few Tiny chips no bigger than 1 mm, typically along an edge (as pictured). Overall, it's a good twin. 




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Wulfenite with Mimetite on Limonite from Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/wulfenite2a.jpg] Wulfenite with Mimetite on Limonite from Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/wulfenite2b.jpg] Wulfenite with Mimetite on Limonite from Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/wulfenite2c.jpg]



WULFENITE2 - Wulfenite with Mimetite on Limonite
$ 495.00 SOLD NET
Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
cabinet - 11 x 7 x 5 cm

Wulfenites as well as Mimetite specimens were mined about 2 years ago at the Ojuela mine, following a prolonged draught that lowered the water table low enough to allow mining in these previously flooded zones. Since then there have been production issues due to re-flooding, as well as cartel activity in the area. Even when they were producing, this was a fine example of the wulfenites found at the time. They are forming on top of green Mimetite (most obvious in third pic). The crystals appear a little more orangy in incandescent light, but are bright and glassy regardless.  It's in great condition overall with a small touch of damage on the lower bottom right side (not visible when displayed).  I can include a stand if requested.




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Phenakite from Anjanabonoina Pegmatites, Antananarivo Province, Madagascar [db_pics/pics/phenakite2a.jpg] Phenakite from Anjanabonoina Pegmatites, Antananarivo Province, Madagascar [db_pics/pics/phenakite2b.jpg] Phenakite from Anjanabonoina Pegmatites, Antananarivo Province, Madagascar [db_pics/pics/phenakite2c.jpg]



PHENAKITE2 - Phenakite
$ 195.00 SOLD
Anjanabonoina Pegmatites, Antananarivo Province, Madagascar
thumbnail - 2.6 x 1.2 x 1.1 cm

This crystal has a large transparent area within it that calls attention to the multiple faces that sets Phenakite apart from other whitish minerals. This is actually a large example, as most Phenakites from Madagascar are very small. This one is also bright and has a good termination. No damage.

 




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Garnet Var. Spessartine from Nani, Loliondo, Tanzania [db_pics/pics/spessartine6a.jpg] Garnet Var. Spessartine from Nani, Loliondo, Tanzania [db_pics/pics/spessartine6b.jpg] Garnet Var. Spessartine from Nani, Loliondo, Tanzania [db_pics/pics/spessartine6c.jpg] Garnet Var. Spessartine from Nani, Loliondo, Tanzania [db_pics/pics/spessartine6d.jpg]



SPESSARTINE6 - Garnet Var. Spessartine
$ 125.00 SOLD
Nani, Loliondo, Tanzania
miniature - 3.2 x 3 x 3 cm

 It comes from the same deposit that hit the market with a "splash," a couple years ago. When first discovered garnets like this were over $500. The deposit proved to be overly fruitful, and the price fell dramatically. For $125, this is a value for exactly what it is: a well formed gemmy orange-red spessartine garnet. It weighs 36 grams. There is some very minute chipping along an edge or two, but overall it's in good condition with good color and nice sharp faces as pictured. It is noteworthy for its bright orange color (not brownish at all) and transparency. 

 




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Quartz Var. Rose from Galiléia, Doce valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil [db_pics/pics/quartz36a.jpg] Quartz Var. Rose from Galiléia, Doce valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil [db_pics/pics/quartz36b.jpg] Quartz Var. Rose from Galiléia, Doce valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil [db_pics/pics/quartz36c.jpg]



QUARTZ36 - Quartz Var. Rose
$ 195.00 SOLD
Galiléia, Doce valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil
miniature - 3.3 x 2.6 x 1.7 cm

I spent several hours pouring through a recently found pocket of over 10,000 rose quartz specimens fresh from the mine in Brazil. This was far and away the best overall piece. It has a distinct pink color, with bright, long crystal length up to 1.2 cm. It has no damage at all not even on the back or base. I can mount this on an acrylic base for anyone who buys it (just ask). It weighs 10 grams.




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Quartz Var. Rose from Galiléia, Doce valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil [db_pics/pics/quartz38a.jpg] Quartz Var. Rose from Galiléia, Doce valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil [db_pics/pics/quartz38b.jpg]



QUARTZ38 - Quartz Var. Rose
$ 149.00 SOLD
Galiléia, Doce valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil
miniature - 3.6 x 2.7 x 1.3 cm

I spent several hours pouring through a recently found pocket of over 10,000 rose quartz specimens fresh from the mine in Brazil. This was one of the best from the pocket. It has a distinct pink color, with a bright sheen and significant transparency. It has no damage at all not even on the back or base. I can mount this on an acrylic base for anyone who buys it (just ask). It weighs 12.5 grams.




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Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz39a.jpg] Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz39b.jpg] Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz39c.jpg] Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz39d.jpg] Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz39e.jpg]



QUARTZ39 - Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions
$ 175.00 SOLD
Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan
thumbnail - 4.8 x 2.8 x 1.7 cm

This is a vary Large example of this uncommon form of Quartz (the largest one I have ever seen). It is a four phase inclusion in a double terminated Quartz crystal found in central Pakistan within the last year. It is highly fluorescent under both short wave and long wave (LW pictured). The long wave makes the petroleum fluoresce yellow, the short wave brings out the more reds and blues.  There are a couple bubbles, with one prominent one in the center of the crystal that freely moves. The gas bubble formed when the the Quartz cools after forming, the petroleum contracts more than the Quartz because it is less dense, it pulls a vacume within the fluid thus creating a "gas" bubble.  The four phases are: the gas bubble trapped in the petroleum, the petroleum itself, a darker brown previously organic material, and black carbon inclusions. I learned this from an insightful geologist who specializes in Quartz inclusions, whom I met at the Tucson Main show in 2010. It has a little scuffing or contact on onevertical face. Overall in good condition, especially for such a large example.




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Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz40a.jpg] Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz40b.jpg] Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz40d.jpg]



QUARTZ40 - Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions
$ 95.00 SOLD
Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan
thumbnail - 3.0 x 2.7 x 1.5 cm

This is a fine example of this uncommon form of Quartz. It is a four phase inclusion in a double terminated Quartz crystal found in central Pakistan within the last year. It is highly fluorescent under both short wave and long wave (LW pictured). The long wave makes the petroleum fluoresce yellow, the short wave brings out the more reds and blues.  There is one prominent moving bubble in the center of the crystal that moves freely. The gas bubble formed when the the Quartz cools after forming, the petroleum contracts more than the Quartz because it is less dense, it pulls a vacume within the fluid thus creating a "gas" bubble.  The four phases are: the gas bubble trapped in the petroleum, the petroleum itself, a darker brown previously organic material, and black carbon inclusions. I learned this from an insightful geologist who specializes in Quartz inclusions, whom I met at the Tucson Main show in 2010. This one is a tabulr crystal that is single terminated, although it is not broken (the bottom is rehealed). It has a little chipping along an edge, Overall in good condition, this piece is a great example of the brown (ex-organic) inclusion next to the pastel yellow petroleum inclusion. It weighs 13 grams.




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Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz41a.jpg] Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz41b.jpg] Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions from Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan [db_pics/pics/quartz41c.jpg]



QUARTZ41 - Quartz with 4-phase petroleum inclusions
$ 115.00 SOLD
Zhob Baluchistan, Pakistan
thumbnail - 2.7 x 2.6 x 2.3 cm

This is a good example of this uncommon form of Quartz. It is a four phase inclusion in a double terminated Quartz crystal found in central Pakistan within the last year. It is highly fluorescent under both short wave and long wave (LW pictured). The long wave makes the petroleum fluoresce yellow, the short wave brings out the more reds and blues.  There is one prominent moving bubble in the center of the crystal that moves freely. The gas bubble formed when the the Quartz cools after forming, the petroleum contracts more than the Quartz because it is less dense, it pulls a vacume within the fluid thus creating a "gas" bubble.  The four phases are: the gas bubble trapped in the petroleum, the petroleum itself, a darker brown previously organic material, and black carbon inclusions. I learned this from an insightful geologist who specializes in Quartz inclusions, whom I met at the Tucson Main show in 2010. This one is a tabulr crystal that is single terminated, although it is not broken (the bottom is rehealed). It has a very tiny chip or two along one edge, overall in good condition, this piece is a "cathedral-like" quartz, with multiple terminations. Also a good example of the brown (ex-organic) inclusion next to the pastel yellow petroleum inclusion. It weighs 15 grams.




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Feldspar with Biotite mica, Smoky Quartz, Topaz and Schorl from Erongo Mountains, Erongo Region, Namibia [db_pics/pics/feldspar1a.jpg] Feldspar with Biotite mica, Smoky Quartz, Topaz and Schorl from Erongo Mountains, Erongo Region, Namibia [db_pics/pics/feldspar1b.jpg] Feldspar with Biotite mica, Smoky Quartz, Topaz and Schorl from Erongo Mountains, Erongo Region, Namibia [db_pics/pics/feldspar1c.jpg] Feldspar with Biotite mica, Smoky Quartz, Topaz and Schorl from Erongo Mountains, Erongo Region, Namibia [db_pics/pics/feldspar1d.jpg]



FELDSPAR1 - Feldspar with Biotite mica, Smoky Quartz, Topaz and Schorl
$ 195.00 SOLD
Erongo Mountains, Erongo Region, Namibia
cabinet - 12.2 x 11.6 x 2.9 cm

This attractive specimen features a broad composition of minerals. there are several large Biotite Mica crystals, as well as larger Smoky Quartz crystals. There is one topaz crystal perched in the middle (1.7 cm wide), and numerous small gemmy topaz crystals sprinkled around the piece. Other smaller crystals include whiter Cleavelandites, and several Schorl crystals spread through out. this menagerie of minerals is all on top of well crystallized beige feldspars. I first got this piece as part of the Charlie Key collection, then sold it to Steve Dowell then acquired it again with Steve's entire collection. 

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