OBG Gems and Minerals

Acanthite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Fresnillo, Zacatecas, Mexico. An exceptional specimen of Acanthite crystals from Fresnillo, Mexico. This specimen features hundreds of bright metallic grey Acanthite crystals all intergrown in what can only be described as a "sponge like" habit. Most of the crystals have rounded faces and edges, giving the appearance that they have partially melted, which is not the case. This "partially melted" morphology is natural, and is as found in situ in the mine. Specimens of this size and quality from Fresnillo are very hard to find anymore. Size of largest Acanthite crystal - 4 x 4 x 3 mm. A very fine specimen from a highly sought after locality.

Acanthite Crystals with Native Silver Mineral Specimen

Mingqiuxiang Mine, Datong Prefecture, Shanxi Province, China. A very impressive specimen featuring a large Acanthite crystal perched on matrix with native Silver. A very aesthetic and unique specimen from this great new Chinese locality. Size of largest Acanthite crystal - 12 x 8 x 3 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Acanthite after Polybasite Mineral Specimen

Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. An excellent specimen of Acanthite replacing tabular Polybasite crystals from the Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. No damage, with numerous crystals. A great specimen from a famous locality.

Acanthite after Polybasite Mineral Specimen

Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. An excellent specimen of Acanthite replacing Polybasite crystals from the Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. No damage, with numerous crystals, this specimen also has an unknown white mineral, which is probably Cerussite. A great specimen from a famous locality.

Acanthite after Polybasite Mineral Specimen

Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. An excellent specimen of Acanthite replacing Polybasite crystals from the Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. No damage, with numerous crystals showing a jackstraw habit, this specimen also has an unknown white mineral, which is probably Cerussite. A great specimen from a famous locality.

Acanthite after Pyrargyrite Mineral Specimen

Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. An excellent specimen of Acanthite replacing Pyrargyrite, with associated Chalcopyrite, from the Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. No damage, very aesthetic with the brassy Chalcopyrite contrasting nicely with the dark Acanthite. A great specimen from a famous locality.

Acanthite after Pyrargyrite Mineral Specimen

Acanthite pseudomorph after Argentite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Well formed Acanthite crystals with minor Pyrite from this classic Peruvian locality. They are actually pseudomorphs after Argentite, which is unstable at surface temperature and pressure and alters to Acanthite. Size of overall specimen - 23 x 12 x 8 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Acanthite pseudomorph after Argentite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Well formed Acanthite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. They are actually pseudomorphs after Argentite, which is unstable at surface temperature and pressure and alters to Acanthite. Size of overall specimen - 25 x 20 x 15 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Acanthite pseudomorph after Argentite Crystals with Native Wire Silver

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Well formed Acanthite crystals with native wire Silver from this classic Peruvian locality. They are actually pseudomorphs after Argentite, which is unstable at surface temperature and pressure and alters to Acanthite. A very aesthetic specimen with wire Silver as a bonus. Size of overall specimen - 18 x 10 x 10 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Adamite Mineral Specimen

near Hezhou, Guangxi Province, China. A nice specimen of botryoidal, sea-green Adamite on Matrix.

Adamite (Cuprian) Mineral Specimen

Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Nice sea-green Adamite crystals on matrix from Mapimi. They are very lustrous and gemmy. Size of the largest Adamite crystal - 8 x 5 x 2 mm. Don't miss the chance to own one of these, as they are from one of the most sought after Adamite localities in the world. Note: This specimen is a miniature, not a thumbnail. It is no longer mounted in a perky box as was shown in the photos.

Adamite (Cuprian) Mineral Specimen

Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Nice sea-green Adamite crystals on matrix from Mapimi. They are very lustrous and gemmy. Size of the largest Adamite crystal - 3 x 3 x 3 mm. Don't miss the chance to own one of these, as they are from one of the most sought after Adamite localities in the world.

Adamite (Cuprian) Mineral Specimen

Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Nice sea-green Adamite crystals on matrix from Mapimi. They are very lustrous and gemmy. Size of the largest Adamite crystal - 4 x 3 x 3 mm. Don't miss the chance to own one of these, as they are from one of the most sought after Adamite localities in the world.

Adamite (Cuprian) Mineral Specimen

Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Nice sea-green Adamite crystals on matrix from Mapimi. They are very lustrous and gemmy. Size of the overall specimen - 28 x 20 x 20 mm. Size of the largest Adamite crystal - 4 x 3 x 3 mm. Don't miss the chance to own one of these, as they are from one of the most sought after Adamite localities in the world. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Adamite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Mina Ojuela (Campana Lugar), Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Nice sea-green Adamite crystals on matrix from the 2007 find at Mapimi. They are very lustrous and gemmy. Size of the largest Adamite crystal - 6 x 5 x 4 mm. Don't miss the chance to own one of these, as they are from one of the most sought after Adamite localities in the world.

Aegirine Crystals with Albite Mineral Specimen

Mount Malosa, Domasi, Zomba District, Malawi. Well-formed jet-black Aegirine crystals with associated Albite crystals. Size of largest Aegirine crystal - 24 x 6 x 6 mm. Size of largest Albite crystal - 6 x 6 x 4 mm.

Aegirine Crystals with Albite and Smoky Quartz Mineral Specimen

Mount Malosa, Domasi, Zomba District, Malawi. Well-formed jet-black Aegirine crystals with associated Albite and Smoky Quartz crystals. Size of largest Aegirine crystal - 30 x 10 x 6 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 20 x 666 x 6 mm. Size of largest Albite crystal - 12 x 11 x 7 mm.

Almandine Garnet Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A very aesthetic, deep red Almandine garnet crystal on nicely contrasting matrix from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy with great color. One edge of the crystal shows some rubbing. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Almandine crystal - 15 x 15 x 15 mm. A great specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Almandine Garnet in Ryolite on Quartz Mineral Specimen

Garnet Hill, White Pine County, Nevada, USA. Deep-red, perfectly formed Almandine crystals on in rhyolite vugs, lined with Quartz. Beautiful contrast. Largest single crystal - 12 mm.

Almandine Garnet in Ryolite on Quartz Mineral Specimen

Garnet Hill, White Pine County, Nevada, USA. Deep-red, perfectly formed Almandine crystals on in rhyolite vugs, lined with Quartz. Beautiful contrast. Largest single crystal - 14 mm.

Almandine Garnet in Ryolite on Quartz Mineral Specimen

Garnet Hill, White Pine County, Nevada, USA. Deep-red, perfectly formed Almandine crystals on in rhyolite vugs, lined with Quartz. Beautiful contrast. Largest single crystal - 14 mm.

Amethyst Quartz Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Rift Valley, Kenya. A beautiful zoned, phantomed Amethyst crystal from the Rift Valley in Kenya. Very gemmy and clear, with interesting phantoms, inclusions, and color. It is beautifully terminated. No damage to the crystal faces or edges, just the base where it was removed from the pocket. Size of largest Amethyst crystal - 60 x 48 x 40 mm. A very unique piece, from a uncommon, low-producing locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Amethyst Quartz Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Rift Valley, Kenya. A large, doubly terminated, beautifully zoned, phantomed Amethyst crystal from the Rift Valley in Kenya. Very gemmy and clear, with interesting phantoms, inclusions, and color. Aside from some very minor rubbing and small chipping on some of the edges (seen under magnification), no damage to the crystal faces or edges on the crystal. Size of largest Amethyst crystal - 50 x 25 x 23 mm. A unique specimen, from a uncommon, low-producing locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Amethyst Quartz Crystal Scepter - ex Charlie Key Collection

Rift Valley, Kenya. A beautifully formed, perfectly terminated, pale Amethyst scepter from the Rift Valley in Kenya. Very gemmy and clear, with interesting inclusions. No damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Amethyst crystal - 53 x 32 x 27 mm. A unique piece, from a uncommon, low-producing locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Andradite Garnet Crystals (Green) - ex Charlie Key Collection

Davib Ost, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Beautiful, deep green Andradite crystals from the Charlie Key Collection. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains, Namibia. There is a slight amount of rubbing on one of the edges of one of the crystals and a small chipped edge on another. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Andradite crystal - 15 x 13 x 8 mm. Note: For some reason, the photos do not show the true color of the crystals. They are deep, dark green, not black. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Andradite Garnet Crystals (Green) - ex Charlie Key Collection

Davib Ost, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A very large specimen featuring beautiful, deep green Andradite crystals from the Charlie Key Collection. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains, Namibia. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Andradite crystal - 17 x 12 x 8 mm. Note: For some reason, the photos do not show the true color of the crystals. They are deep, dark green, not black. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone.

Andradite Garnet Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Deep red Andradite garnet crystals on a nicely contrasting white matrix from the Charlie Key Collection. This specimen is from the Wessels Mine in South Africa. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Andradite crystal - 10 x 7 x 6 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Andradite Garnet var. Demantoid Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection

Tubussis Farm, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Beautiful bright green Demantoid garnet crystals on matrix from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, with great color. No damage to the faces or edges of the main crystal. Size of largest Demantoid crystal - 8 x 8 x 8 mm. A special specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear acrylic base (removable).

Andradite Garnet var. Demantoid Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection

Tubussis Farm, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A pair of beautiful bright green Demantoid garnet crystals on matrix from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, with great color. There is a small chip on the tip of one of the crystals and a larger chip on the corner of the other crystal. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Demantoid crystal - 11 x 11 x 8 mm. A special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Andradite Garnet var. Demantoid Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection

Tubussis Farm, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Beautiful bright green Demantoid garnet crystals on matrix from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, with great color. There is a small area on one of the crystal faces which may be a small chip, as shown in the second photo. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Demantoid crystal - 9 x 7 x 6 mm. A special specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear acrylic base (removable).

Apophyllite, Stilbite Mineral Specimen

Pune District, Maharashtra, India. A very impressive decorator/museum quality specimen with several gemmy, apple green Apophyllite crystals with clusters of tan colored Stilbite. A perfect specimen for the serious zeolite collector. Size of largest Apophyllite crystal - 30 x 22 x 22 mm. Size of largest Stilbite cluster - 60 x 45 x 40 mm. A beautiful specimen. Don't miss the chance to own it. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen.

Apophyllite, Stilbite, Heulandite Mineral Specimen

Nasik District, Maharashtra, India. A very impressive decorator/museum quality basalt vug containing gemmy, apple green Apophyllite crystals with large sheaves of tan colored Stilbite, all perched on a bed of white Heulandite crystals. A perfect specimen for the serious zeolite collector. Size of largest Apophyllite crystal - 23 x 18 x 18 mm. Size of largest Stilbite cluster - 63 x 45 x 50 mm. Size of largest Heulandite crystal - 7 x 5 x 3 mm. A very aesthetic specimen. Don't miss the chance to own it. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen.

Aquamarine Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A single, terminated, beautiful sky-blue Aquamarine crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear. Some minor internal fracturing, as is common with these specimens. No damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 20 x 4 x 3 mm. Note: The weight and dimensions below includes the perky box. The dimensions above are of the crystal itself. A nice specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Aquamarine Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A single, terminated, beautiful sky-blue Aquamarine crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear. Some minor internal fracturing, as is common with these specimens. No damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 20 x 6 x 5 mm. Note: The weight and dimensions below includes the perky box. The dimensions above are of the crystal itself. A nice specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Aquamarine Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Three beautiful, parallel growth, blue-green Aquamarine crystals from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear. The crystals on this specimen have complex terminations showing multiple faces, instead of the simple basal pinacoid typically found. Some minor internal fracturing, as is common with these specimens. No damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of overall specimen - 23 x 20 x 11 mm. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 17 x 17 x 11 mm. Note: The weight and dimensions below includes the perky box. The dimensions above are of the crystal itself. A nice piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Aquamarine Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A single, terminated, beautiful sky-blue Aquamarine crystal, perched on a base of white feldspar, from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear. Some minor internal fracturing, as is common with these specimens. No damage to the crystal faces or edges. Overall, a very aesthetic piece. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 40 x 15 x 9 mm. A great piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Aquamarine Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A single, terminated, beautiful sky-blue Aquamarine crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, this crystal is terminated with basal pinacoids on both ends. Some minor internal fracturing, as is common with these specimens. There is a small chip on the edge of one of the terminations and on the bottom pinacoid. Neither detracts from the specimen and are only really noticeable under magnification. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 32 x 9 x 8 mm. A nice piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Aquamarine Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A single, terminated, beautiful sky-blue Aquamarine crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear. Some minor internal fracturing, as is common with these specimens. There is a small contacted area on the front of the crystal, as seen in the photos. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 35 x 7 x 7 mm. Note: The weight and dimensions below includes the perky box. The dimensions above are of the crystal itself. A nice piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Aquamarine Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A single, terminated, beautiful sky-blue Aquamarine crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear. Some minor internal fracturing, as is common with these specimens. No damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 20 x 6 x 5 mm. Note: The weight and dimensions below includes the perky box. The dimensions above are of the crystal itself. A nice piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Aquamarine with Schorl Tourmaline Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Two well formed Aquamarine crystals nicely intergrown with jet black Schorl Tourmaline crystals from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. The largest Schorl crystal shows no damage. There are some minor chips on the termination edge of the largest Aqua, visible at 10x magnification, which does not detract from the piece. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 40 x 13 x 11 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 20 x 15 x 15 mm. A very aesthetic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Atacamite on Chrysocolla Mineral Specimen

Mina La Farola, Copiapo, Chile. Nice green Atacamite crystal sprays on bright blue green Chrysocolla.. This specimen is a monster. It is almost 9 inches tall and weighs almost 5 pounds. It is literally covered with radiating acicular Atacamite crystal sprays and Chrysocolla. Size of largest Atacamite crystal - 5 x 1 x 1 mm. Get them while they last.

Augite Crystal Mineral Specimen

Borislav, Near Teplice, Czech Republic. A nicely terminated Augite crystal from the Czech Republic. Some etching and rubbing, as well as two small fracture lines on the back (as seen in the fourth photo). Size of largest Augite crystal - 30 x 28 x 19 mm. A great specimen at a great price.

Aurichalcite Mineral Specimen

79 Mine, Hayden, Gila County, Arizona, USA. Beautiful sea blue-green acicular crystal sprays on matrix from this famous locality. Great small cabinet specimens.

Austinite Mineral Specimen

Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Deep to bright green balls of Austinite from the famous Ojuela Mine at Mapimi. The specimen is almost completely covered with Austinite An excellent specimen from a famous locality at a great price.

Austinite Mineral Specimen

Azurite Mineral Specimen

Liat Mine(?), Vielha e Mijaran, Aran Valley, Lerida, Catalonia, Spain. Beautiful azure-blue botryoidal Azurite specimens from an uncommon Spanish locality. A great specimen from the locality collector.

Azurite Mineral Specimen

Morenci Mine, Copper Mountain District, Greenlee County, Arizona, USA. Beautiful azure-blue Azurite rosettes from the famous Morenci Mine.

Azurite Mineral Specimen

Azurite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Mountains, Namibia. A fantastic Azurite specimen from Tsumeb It is just loaded with deep indigo Azurite crystals. Some etching, but no damage. Size of largest Azurite crystal - 23 x 5 x 3 mm. An awesome specimen from one of the most famous and sought after localities in the world.

Azurite Crystals with Malachite Mineral Specimen

Liufengshan Mine, Guichi Co., Chizhou Pref., Anhui Province, China. A huge, museum sized specimen of brilliant blue Azurite from China. The color on this specimen is simply fantastic. Azurite is very difficult to photograph accurately, and the photos do not do this specimen justice. The color just has to be seen to be believed. This specimen is almost entirely solid Azurite, is almost 9 inches across, and weighs a whopping 9 pounds. It has crystals, and vugs filled with crystals, on every surface. The specimen also contains minor massive Malachite, as well. A very impressive, aesthetic and showy piece. Size of the largest Azurite crystal - 5 x 4 x 2 mm. Note: This specimen is almost completely damage free, with just a few small areas of slight bruising, as is typically unavoidable with specimens of this size.

Azurite Crystals with Malachite Mineral Specimen

Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Mountains, Namibia. A fine old specimen from the world famous Tsumeb Mine. This is a large, cabinet sized display piece with indigo blue Azurite crystals coated in places with small Malachite balls. Size of largest Azurite crystal - 20 x 13 x 5 mm. Tsumeb mineral specimens are among the most sought after by serious mineral collectors. Great color. Great aesthetics. Great locality. Get yours now. Note: Azurite is notoriously difficult to photograph. The photos do not do the specimen justice from a color standpoint. Much better in person. More blue and deeper blue.

Azurite Crystals with Malachite Mineral Specimen

Milpillas Mine, Milpillas, Sonora, Mexico. Beautiful, deep blue Azurite crystals on velvety-green pseudo-Malachite from this new and exciting discovery. Don't miss the chance to own one of these spectacular specimens. Size of largest Azurite crystal - 7 x 3 x 3 mm. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the piece.

Azurite Crystals with Malachite Mineral Specimen

Milpillas Mine, Milpillas, Sonora, Mexico. Beautiful, deep blue Azurite crystals on velvety-green pseudo-Malachite from this new and exciting discovery. Don't miss the chance to own one of these spectacular specimens. Size of largest Azurite crystal - 5 x 3 x 3 mm. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the piece.

Azurite with Malachite Mineral Specimen

Bisbee, Cochise County, Arizona, USA. A classic Azurite with Malachite from Bisbee. Great color, this specimen has both drusy and botryoidal Azurite as well as nicely contrasting botryoidal Malachite. A very aesthetic specimen from a world class locality.

Barite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Cavnic, Maramures Co., Romania. A very aesthetic grouping of pale blue-green lamellar Barite crystals from this famous locality. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Barite Crystals on Dolomite Mineral Specimen

Cerro Huarihuayun, Miraflores near Llata, Huanuco Dept., Peru. Beautiful tabular crystals of Barite growing on a pink Dolomitic matrix. These crystals are beautifully terminated and have nice coloration. Most show a zoned fluorescence under both SW and LW UV. Size of largest Barite crystal - 14 x 12 x 4 mm.

Barite Crystals on Dolomite Mineral Specimen

Cerro Huarihuayun, Miraflores near Llata, Huanuco Dept., Peru. Beautiful golden tabular crystals of Barite growing on a pink Dolomitic matrix. These crystals are beautifully terminated and have nice coloration. Most show a zoned fluorescence under both SW and LW UV. Size of largest Barite crystal - 48 x 40 x 8 mm.

Benitoite Crystals on Natrolite Mineral Specimen

Benitoite Gem Mine, New Idria District, San Benito County, California, USA. A great specimen featuring 5 beautiful cornflower-blue Benitoite crystals on a bed of white Natrolite. These specimens are from a recently released batch of material which was mined 20-25 years ago. There are 5 well terminated Benitoite crystals of various sizes on this specimen (ranging from 6 mm to 9 mm). They are very aesthetic and show great contrast against the white Natrolite matrix. Size of largest Benitoite crystal - 9 x 8 x 3 mm. A classic from a now-depleted locality.

Benitoite Crystals on Natrolite Mineral Specimen

Benitoite Gem Mine, New Idria District, San Benito County, California, USA. A great specimen featuring 9 beautiful cornflower-blue Benitoite crystals on a bed of white Natrolite. These specimens are from a recently released batch of material which was mined 20-25 years ago. There are 9 well terminated Benitoite crystals of various sizes on this specimen (ranging from just over 2 mm to 15 mm). The largest pair is 25 mm across. The back of the two largest crystals are contacted (not visible when the specimen is viewed from the front). Otherwise, no damage to the crystals on the main body of the specimen. They are very aesthetic and show great contrast against the white Natrolite matrix. Size of largest Benitoite crystal - 15 x 13 x 7 mm. A classic from a now-depleted locality. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). Weight given below includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Benitoite and Neptunite Crystals on Natrolite Mineral Specimen

Benitoite Gem Mine, New Idria District, San Benito County, California, USA. Beautiful cornflower-blue Benitoite crystals with minor jet-black Neptunite on a bed of white Natrolite. These specimens are from a recently released batch of material which was mined 20-25 years ago. There are 14 well terminated Benitoite crystals of various sizes on this specimen (ranging from just over 3 mm to 12 mm). There is some chipping on the edges of a few of the crystals on the specimen edges. No damage to the crystals on the main body of the specimen. They are very aesthetic and show great contrast against the white Natrolite matrix. Size of largest Benitoite crystal - 12 x 10 x 4 mm. Size of largest Neptunite crystal - 2 x 1 x 1 mm. A classic from a now-depleted locality.

Beryl (var. Goshenite) Crystals with Fluorite - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Lustrous, transparent to translucent, clear Goshenite Beryl crystals with bright, clear to green zoned Fluorite crystals and minor Schorl crystals from the Erongo Mountains. This is the only Goshenite Beryl specimen we have from the Charlie Key Collection. The color contrast and aesthetics of this specimen are simply fantastic. Size of largest Beryl crystal - 23 x 12 x 12 mm. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 10 x 10 x 10 mm. The largest crystals are nicely terminated and completely damage free. A unique specimen from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable)

Beryl var. Aquamarine - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A single, terminated, beautiful light blue / green Aquamarine crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Some minor internal fracturing, as is common with these specimens. Several areas of the prism faces are also contacted. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 30 x 7 x 7 mm. A unique and very aesthetic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Beryl var. Aquamarine - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Numerous, parallel growth, terminated, beautiful pale blue / green Aquamarine crystals from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Some internal fracturing and inclusions, as is common with these specimens. No damage to the major crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 30 x 10 x 6 mm. A unique and very aesthetic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Beryl var. Aquamarine with Schorl - ex Charlie Key Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Aquamarine crystals with jet black Schorl from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. There is one large Aquamarine crystal and numerous smaller ones, as well. They are opaque, but very well formed and terminated (basal pinacoid). No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Aquamarine crystal - 25 x 18 x 10 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Bismuth Crystals (Man Made) Mineral Specimen

England. Amazing, large hoppered iridescent Bismuth crystals. These crystals are man made, not natural native Bismuth. These specimens show amazing color and form. Size of largest Bismuth crystal - 40 x 35 x 30 mm. A beautiful specimen, at a great price.

Boulangerite Mineral Specimen

Noche Buena Mine, Mazapil, Zacatecas, Mexico. This is a great little specimen. It is basically a ball of thousands of tiny filiform crystals of Boulangerite. It looks and feels just like steel wool. An excellent specimen at a great price. Note: Due to its delicate nature, it is impossible to handle this specimen without it "dropping" some of its filiform crystals. The buyer should be aware that some material will inevitably come off of the specimen during shipment.

Calcite - Poker Chip Mineral Specimen

near Chenzhou, Hunan Province, China. A very aesthetic group of translucent Calcite crystals perched nicely on matrix. These are referred to as "Poker Chip" Calcite, due to the habit of the crystal being stacked like poker chips. A great collectors piece. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 30 x 27 x 19 mm.

Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Concepcion del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico. Beautiful sea green Calcite crystals from Zacatecas. This specimen is nice etching, but no damage. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 13 x 13 x 8 mm. A great specimen, from a famous locality, at a great price. Note: Specimen is mounted on a frosted acrylic base

Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Mountains, Namibia. A fine old specimen from the world famous Tsumeb Mine. This Calcite is a small cabinet sized display piece. The crystals are intergrown in a very aesthetic manner and some of the edges are coated with a chocolate brown unknown mineral, giving a very pleasing overall effect. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 23 x 23 x 7 mm. Tsumeb mineral specimens are among the most sought after by serious mineral collectors. Great color. Great aesthetics. Great locality. Get yours now.

Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee, USA. Scalenohedral Calcite crystals from the famous (and now closed) Elmwood mine. Great clarity and no damage. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 40 x 25 x 15 mm. Don't miss your chance to get one of these specimens from this famous locality at a great price.

Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Brushy Creek, Missouri, USA. Excellent scalenohedral Calcite crystals from Brushy Creek, Missouri. The crystals are a light honey tan / yellow and show great clarity and luster. One of the larger crystals has a small rubbed area on one edge. Otherwise, no damage to the major crystals on the specimen. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 45 x 18 x 18 mm. A very aesthetic specimen at a great price.

Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Santa Eulalia, Mexico. A beautifully colored, stalactitic specimen composed of numerous intergrowths of Calcite rhombohedrons from this choice locality. A unique and striking piece.

Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

San Martin, Zacatecas, Mexico. Well formed, tabular, poker chip Calcite crystals from San Martin, Zacatecas, Mexico. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 25 x 13 x 3 mm. A classic and very aesthetic specimen at a great price.

Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Tiaoshan, Henan Province, China. Large, aesthetic, translucent tan Calcite crystals from this new Chinese locality. These beautiful specimens literally glow with a soft white light. This is a very attractive decorator style specimen. Large crystals with excellent terminations. It features one very large (15 cm.) crystal with a smaller crystal growing from its base. The entire front of the specimen is literally sprinkled with numerous smaller (up to 2 cm) epitactic growth crystals, producing a very impressive overall appearance. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 150 x 90 x 60 mm. Note: there is some rubbing and bruising on the edge of the termination of the two largest crystals, as shown in the photos.

Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Tiaoshan, Henan Province, China. Large, aesthetic, translucent tan Calcite crystals from this new Chinese locality. These beautiful specimens literally glow with a soft white light. This is a very attractive decorator style specimen. Large crystals with excellent terminations. This specimen features a beautiful intergrowth of perfectly formed and terminated Calcite crystals, which inter-penetrate at just the right angles for a very aesthetic overall effect. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 110 x 48 x 38 mm. Note: There is a 12 x 4 mm long chip missing (cleaved) from the termination near the edge of one of the main crystals, which is not apparent in the photos. The rest of the crystal faces, edges and terminations are perfect.

Calcite Crystals (Poker-Chip) Mineral Specimen

Fozichong Mine, Cenzxi Co., Wuzhou Pref., Guangxi Zhuang AR, China. Very aesthetic white to clear poker-chip Calcite crystals on matrix from China. The crystals appear pseudo hexagonal, but are actually flattened rhombohedrons stacked on top of one another. One of the unique features of this specimen is that it has crystals on both the front and back of the piece. They are essentially growing on either side of a vein of Calcite that runs down the middle of the specimen. This beautiful specimen shows nice color and contrast A very aesthetic and unique specimen. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 25 x 15 x 13 mm. There is a small chip on one edge of one of the large crystals and several fractures on two others. Otherwise, no damage to any of the crystals on the main body either side of the piece.

Calcite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. A large plate of well-formed, water clear Calcite crystals on dark matrix from the famous N'Chwaning II Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This specimen has excellent transparency and luster and the crystals are numerous and beautifully formed. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. A great display specimen. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 15 x 13 x 13 mm. An excellent specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Calcite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Well-formed, aesthetic Calcite crystals on matrix from the famous N'Chwaning II Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. The crystals are rhombohedrons and modified rhombohedrons. This specimen is very gemmy for a Calcite. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 9 x 8 x 6 mm. A fine specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear acrylic base. Weight given below includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Calcite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Well-formed, rhombohedral Calcite crystals on a jet black matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This specimen has excellent clarity and contrast. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 8 x 8 x 5 mm. A fine specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear acrylic base. Weight given below includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Calcite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. A large, well-formed, twinned Calcite crystal from the famous N'Chwaning II Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This piece is wonderfully gemmy and clear. It features a large 4.5 cm crystal which shows an amazing twinning on one end. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals, except for a small chip (~ 2 mm) on one of the terminations and minor rubbing on several edges which does not detract from the piece. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 45 x 25 x 25 mm. A fine specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Calcite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful, pastel pink Calcite (Manganocalcite?) crystal clusters growing in a botryoidal habit from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This specimen has excellent color. There is a small (~ 3 x 3 mm) bruised area on the specimen, as can be seen in the first and last photo. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 3 x 3 x 3 mm. A fine specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Calcite Crystals with Sphalerite Mineral Specimen

Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee, USA. Scalenohedral Calcite crystals with Sphalerite from the famous (and now closed) Elmwood mine. Nice form, clarity, and contrast. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 33 x 23 x 12 mm. Don't miss your chance to get one of these specimens from this famous locality at a great price.

Calcite on Amethyst Mineral Specimen

Irai, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. A gorgeous amethyst crystal cluster from this classic locality with nicely contrasting Calcite crystals perched on top for contrast. The Amethyst crystals also have numerous dark inclusions, giving them a mottled effect. Excellent color, large size, and almost all of the crystals on the main body of the piece are free of damage. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 60 x 40 x 30 mm. Size of largest Amethyst crystal - 30 x 30 x 25 mm. A superb piece.

Calcite with Boulangerite Mineral Specimen

Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. This is a classic specimen from Herja - attractive Calcite rosettes colored a light grey by inclusions of Boulangerite. Size of largest Calcite rosette - 35 x 25 x 15 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Calcite with Boulangerite Mineral Specimen

Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. This is a classic specimen from Herja - attractive Calcite rosettes colored a light grey by inclusions of Boulangerite. Size of largest Calcite rosette - 55 x 40 x 15 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Caledonite and Linarite Mineral Specimen

Reward Mine, Inyo County, California, USA. An very attractive specimen with vugs of bluish green Caledonite and deep blue Linarite crystals from the Reward Mine. Some of the Caledonite and Linarite is massive, but there are crystals of each mineral as well. Size of largest Caledonite crystal - 4 x 4 x 1 mm. Size of largest Linarite crystal - 3 x 2 x 1 mm. Great color from a great locality.

Cavansite Crystals on Stilbite Mineral Specimen

Pune District, Maharashtra, India. Beautiful, bright-blue Cavansite crystal clusters on a bed of bladed Stilbite from this famous Indian zeolite district. Size of largest Cavansite cluster - 20 x 16 x 15 mm. Size of largest Stilbite crystal - 14 x 10 x 10 mm. A highly sought after species at a great price.

Cavansite Crystals on Stilbite Mineral Specimen

Pune District, Maharashtra, India. Beautiful, bright-blue Cavansite crystal clusters on a bed of bladed Stilbite from this famous Indian zeolite district. Size of largest Cavansite cluster - 17 x 11 x 5 mm. A highly sought after species at a great price. Note: The back and base of the specimen has been sawn, allowing it to stand perfectly by itself for display. The saw cuts are not visible when the specimen is view from the front.

Cavansite Crystals on Stilbite Mineral Specimen

Cerussite Mineral Specimen

Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Mountains, Namibia. A fine old specimen from the world famous Tsumeb Mine. This Cerussite is a nice cabinet sized display piece. The crystals have great luster and show a reticulated intergrowth habit. You can really feel the weight in this piece. Tsumeb mineral specimens are among the most sought after by serious mineral collectors. Great color. Great aesthetics. Great locality. Get yours now.

Cerussite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. This is a beautiful Cerussite thumbnail specimen from Mapimi. The Cerussite crystals are well formed, with high luster and nice striations. Size of largest Cerussite crystal - 12 x 12 x 4 mm. An excellent specimen from a famous locality at a great price. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Chalcopyrite, Calcite, Boulangerite Mineral Specimen

Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Nicely iridescent Chalcopyrite growing over Calcite included with Boulangerite from this famous locality. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Cornwallite Mineral Specimen

Gold Hill, Tooele County, Utah, USA. Nice, deep lime green, botryoidal Cornwallite on pale blue botryoidal Chrysocolla from Gold Hill, Utah. An excellent specimen for the species /locality collector at a great price.

Creaseyite - Tiger - Rare. - Type Locality. Mineral Specimen

Open Cut, Collins Vein, Mammoth - St. Anthony Mine, Tiger, Pinal County, Arizona. This specimen contains massive Creaseyite, a rare green silicate mineral from the famous Arizona Tiger locality. There are only about a dozen known localities for Creaseyite in the world. Tiger is the type locality for Creaseyite. This famous locality has been closed to collecting for some time, and it is almost impossible to obtain permission to collect there. I was able to collect there recently through one of the mineral foundations I belong to. Self-collected on 6/25/08.

Creaseyite - Tiger - Rare. - Type Locality. Mineral Specimen

Creedite Crystal Cluster Mineral Specimen

Mina Navidad, Abasolo, Durango, Mexico. Large, beautiful Creedite "porcupine" balls from this famous, and soon to be depleted, locality. Get them while the supply lasts. This specimen is just about perfect and it weighs almost 2 pounds. And it just bristles with Creedite crystals. Size of largest Creedite crystal - 8 x 3 x 3 mm. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the piece.

Creedite Crystal Cluster Mineral Specimen

Mina Navidad, Abasolo, Durango, Mexico. Large, beautiful Creedite "porcupine" balls from this famous, and soon to be depleted, locality. Get them while the supply lasts. This specimen is just about perfect and it weighs over 2.5 pounds. And it just bristles with Creedite crystals. Size of largest Creedite crystal - 8 x 6 x 3 mm. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the piece.

Crocoite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Adelaide Mine, Dundas, Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia. Beautiful red Crocoite crystals from what is widely considered the premier Crocoite locality in the world, the Adelaide Mine. This is a large specimen with great color and it is literally studded with crystals on all sides. Some of the Crocoite crystals show excellent terminations. Size of largest Crocoite crystal - 10 x 2 x 2 mm. A beautiful specimen from the world's premier Crocoite locality. Note: This specimen is very fragile. It will be very carefully packed for shipment, but some crystals will invariably come off in transit. Buyer accepts this risk at time of purchase.

Danburite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico. This specimen consists of a large cluster of white to colorless Danburite crystals from this famous locality. The "chisel pointed" orthorhombic crystals show perfect terminations on one end and nice striations on the prism faces. Size of the largest Danburite crystal - 23 x 8 x 8 mm. Some of the crystals around the edge of the specimen show some damage from removal, as would be expected. The majority of the crystals on the main body of the specimen are undamaged. There is also some fracturing (commonly found) within the crystals, as shown in the photos.

Danburite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico. This specimen consists of a nice cluster of white to colorless Danburite crystals from this famous locality. The "chisel pointed" orthorhombic crystals show perfect terminations on one end and nice striations on the prism faces. Size of the largest Danburite crystal - 38 x 13 x 11 mm. Some of the crystals around the edge of the specimen show some damage from removal, as would be expected. The majority of the crystals on the main body of the specimen are undamaged. There is also some fracturing (commonly found) within the crystals, as shown in the photos.

Dioptase Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Kaokoveld, Namibia. Brilliant emerald-green Dioptase crystals from this famous locality. These crystals are extremely green and gemmy. Size of largest Dioptase crystal - 20 x 10 x 10 mm. The largest crystals are nicely terminated and almost completely damage free. A superb piece from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Dioptase is a very difficult mineral to photograph accurately. The photos do not do it justice. This piece looks much better in person.

Dioptase Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Kaokoveld, Namibia. Brilliant emerald-green Dioptase crystals on a light green matrix from this famous locality. This is a museum quality specimen, in terms of size, color, and quality. The color on this specimen is simply fantastic. Size of largest Dioptase crystal - 12 x 4 x 4 mm. The largest crystals are nicely terminated and almost completely damage free. A fine specimen from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Dioptase is a very difficult mineral to photograph accurately. The photos do not do it justice. This piece looks much better in person.

Duftite on Calcite - Type Locality. Mineral Specimen

Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Mountains, Namibia. A fine old specimen from the world famous Tsumeb Mine. This is a cabinet sized display piece with emerald green drusy Duftite crystals coating Calcite crystals. The label indicates that it was originally part of the collection of Otto Ray of Salt Lake City and was acquired in 1972. Duftite is named after G. Duft, General Manager of the Tsumeb Mine and Tsumeb is the type locality. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 60 x 40 x 30 mm. The color and contrast of this specimen is exceptional. A "must have" for the type locality collector. Tsumeb mineral specimens are among the most sought after by serious mineral collectors. Great color. Great aesthetics. Great locality. Get yours now.

Elbaite Tourmaline Crystal Mineral Specimen

Pederneira Mine, Sao Jose de Safira, Doce Valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil. A beautiful, nicely terminated specimen of five parallel growth, zoned Elbaite tourmaline crystals from the famous Pederneira mine. Excellent color. This specimen shows pink near the base and transitions to light green and then darker green near the terminations. Much of the crystal is very clear, gemmy and facetable, making this specimen suitable for both the collector and the lapidary. Size of largest Tourmaline crystal - 73 X 25 X 15 mm. A classic and very aesthetic specimen from this famous locality. Note: Most tourmaline crystals from this locality have been repaired to reassemble the original crystal from two or more pieces found loose in the pocket. This piece has been repaired in 1 place near the base of the crystal.

Elbaite Tourmaline Crystal Mineral Specimen

Pederneira Mine, Sao Jose de Safira, Doce Valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil. A beautiful, nicely terminated, blue-green Elbaite tourmaline crystal from the famous Pederneira mine. Excellent color. Much of the crystal is very clear, gemmy and facetable, making this specimen suitable for both the collector and the lapidary. Size of largest Tourmaline crystal - 35 x 10 x 8 mm. A classic and very aesthetic specimen from this famous locality. No repairs.

Elbaite Tourmaline Crystal - ex. Charlie Key Mineral Specimen

Minas Gerais, Brazil. This is a very large, museum quality, translucent green Elbaite crystal, showing parallel growth and multiple terminations from Minas Gerais, Brazil. It's provenance goes back to at least 1975, as it's original label shows it was a part of the B. E. Lockhart collection and that it was acquired by him from Oscar Sisman of Knoxville, TN on December 25, 1974. It subsequently became a part of the Charlie Key Collection. This huge crystal measures almost 13 x 8 x 8 cm and weighs a whopping 2.5 pounds. A genuine classic from one of the most famous Tourmaline localities in the world.

Elbaite Watermelon Tourmaline Crystal Mineral Specimen

Pederneira Mine, Sao Jose de Safira, Doce Valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil. A beautiful, nicely terminated, watermelon Elbaite tourmaline crystal from the famous Pederneira mine. Excellent color. These crystals are zoned both along their length (pink to green) and across their width (pink core with a green "rind"). Much of the crystal is very clear, gemmy and facetable, making this specimen suitable for both the collector and the lapidary. Size of largest Tourmaline crystal - 48 x 12 x 10 mm. A classic and very aesthetic specimen from this famous locality. Note: Most tourmaline crystals from this locality have been repaired to reassemble the original crystal from two or more pieces found loose in the pocket. This piece has been repaired in 1 place.

Epidote Crystals with Quartz Crystals Mineral Specimen

Nelson Range, Inyo County, California, USA. A nice specimen with large, well formed, dark green Epidote crystals with Quartz crystals from the famous Charlie Key Collection. Size of largest Epidote crystal - 30 x 12 x 10 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 50 x 17 x 17 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone.

Erythrite Mineral Specimen

Bou Azzer District, Tazenakht, Ouarzazate Province, Morocco. Beautiful lustrous lavender-violet crystals on matrix from this famous locality. Each comes mounted on a clear acrylic base (removable). This mineral and Bou Azzer was featured in the October 2007 issue of The Mineralogical Record. Don't miss the chance to own one of these classics.

Erythrite Mineral Specimen

Ettringite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful intense canary-yellow Ettringite crystals on matrix from the famous N'Chwaning II Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. Very gemmy and clear, with excellent color. These pieces are very rare. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Ettringite crystal - 4 x 3 x 3 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Ettringite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. A very large beautiful intense canary-yellow Ettringite crystal on matrix from the famous N'Chwaning II Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This is an extremely large, fine Ettringite crystal and except of one contact area would be a floater. Very gemmy and clear, with excellent color. There is also a nice row of parallel growth quartz crystals adding to the aesthetics of this piece. This piece is the best of the lot. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Ettringite crystal - 60 x 58 x 33 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Ettringite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful intense canary-yellow Ettringite crystals on matrix from the famous N'Chwaning II Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. Very gemmy and clear, with excellent color. These specimens are very rare. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Ettringite crystal - 7 x 3 x 3 mm. A rare and unique specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable)

Euclase Crystal Mineral Specimen

Dayu, Jiangxi Province, China. Excellent, well formed, clear Euclase crystals from Dayu, China. Size of largest Euclase crystal - 10 x 10 x 8 mm. A very aesthetic specimen at a great price. Note: The matrix on this specimen is sawn at the base (1 saw cut). The saw cut positions the specimen nicely for display purposes.

Fluorapophyllite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. A very large plate of pearly white to colorless Fluorapophyllite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine. Size of largest Fluorapophyllite crystal - 9 x 9 x 9 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get yours before they are gone.

Fluorapophyllite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. A large beautiful plate of well formed, colorless Fluorapophyllite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine. These crystals have great luster and aesthetics - a large and very showy specimen. Size of largest Fluorapophyllite crystal - 18 x 10 x 8 mm. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone.

Fluorapophyllite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Interpenetrating, pearly, translucent Fluorapophyllite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine. This faces on these crystals show really interesting stepped growth patterns, as shown in the photos. No damage. Size of largest Fluorapophyllite crystal - 17 x 16 x 16 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). The weight given below includes the weight of the base.

Fluorapophyllite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Colorless to light tan Fluorapophyllite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine. Size of largest Fluorapophyllite crystal - 17 x 15 x 10 mm. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). The weight given below includes the weight of the base.

Fluorapophyllite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful, well formed, colorless Fluorapophyllite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine. These crystals have great luster and aesthetics - a very showy specimen. Size of largest Fluorapophyllite crystal - 17 x 16 x 12 mm. There is one tiny rubbed area on the edge of one of the crystals, otherwise no damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). The weight given below includes the weight of the base.

Fluorapophyllite Crystals with Stilbite and Natrolite Crystals - ex Charlie Key

Jalgaon, Maharashtra State, India. Bright green Fluorapophyllite crystals with tan Stilbite crystals and radiating white Natrolite crystals from the famous Deccan traps of India. Size of largest Fluorapophyllite crystal - 20 x 20 x 24 mm. Size of largest Stilbite crystal - 30 x 20 x 10 mm. Size of largest Natrolite crystal - 23 x 2 x 2 mm. No damage to the large Fluorapophyllite crystal. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable)

Fluorite (Ball Fluorite) on Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Nasik District, Maharashtra, India. A very impressive decorator/museum quality basalt vug containing two perfectly round hemispheres of golden Fluorite. A perfect specimen for the serious zeolite collector. Size of largest Fluorite ball - 30 x 30 x 15 mm. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 15 x 10 x 10 mm. Ball Fluorite specimens from India are very sought after. Don't miss the chance to own one. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen.

Fluorite Crystal Mineral Specimen

Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee, USA. A single, deep violet, zoned, cubic Fluorite crystal from the famous (and now closed) Elmwood mine. The crystal faces show stepped growth and the color zoning of the crystal goes from clear in the center to lavender to deep purple. It is simply superb. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 32 x 27 x 22 mm. Don't miss your chance to get one of these specimens from this famous locality at a great price.

Fluorite Crystal Mineral Specimen

Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee, USA. A nicely etched, pale lavender Fluorite crystal from the famous (and now closed) Elmwood mine. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 35 x 35 x 22 mm. Don't miss your chance to get one of these specimens from this famous locality at a great price.

Fluorite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Okorusu (Okarusu) Mine, Otjiwarongo District, Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia. Beautiful zoned cubic Fluorite crystals from Okorusu, Namibia. These specimens show excellent color. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 23 x 23 x 15 mm. A beautiful specimen at a great price.

Fluorite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Hunan, China. Nicely zoned and phantomed, light green, cubic Fluorite crystals from Hunan, China. The aesthetics are great and the crystals on the main body off the specimen are undamaged. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 33 x 27 x 15 mm. A very aesthetic and showy specimen.

Fluorite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Beautiful zoned, blue-green cube-octahedral Fluorite crystals on matrix from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, with excellent color. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 11 x 11 x 8 mm. A nice specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Fluorite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Beautiful zoned, blue-green cube-octahedral Fluorite crystals on matrix from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, with excellent color. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 18 x 14 x 8 mm. A nice piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Fluorite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Riemvasmaak, Orange River, South Africa. A beautiful specimen from Riemvasmaak featuring light green transparent Fluorite cubes on a massive zoned purple Fluorite matrix. The color and clarity of the Fluorite crystals is simply amazing. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 20 x 20 x 12 mm. A beautiful piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Fluorite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Beautiful zoned, blue-green-violet cube-octahedral Fluorite crystals on matrix from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, with excellent color. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 15 x 13 x 10 mm. A fine specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Fluorite Crystals on Calcite Mineral Specimen

Glory Hole, Bingham Area, Hansonburg Mining District, Socorro County, NM. Beautiful cornflower blue cubic Fluorite crystals on a nicely contrasting bed of white Calcite from this famous New Mexico locality. This ia a large (over 5 pounds) decorator/museum size specimen. Awesome color, contrast, and aesthetics. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 10 x 10 x 10 mm.

Fluorite Crystals on Dolomite Mineral Specimen

Shangbao Mine, Leiyang, Hunan Province, China. An attractive specimen showing numerous cubic and modified cubic crystals of Fluorite on a crystalline Dolomite matrix. Most of the cubes are modified with octahedral faces. The Fluorites are a very transparent colorless to light green with a slight hint of purple tinting in the interior.. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 17 x 17 x 13 mm. Size of largest Dolomite crystal - 4 x 4 x 3 mm.

Fluorite Crystals on Muscovite - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Beautiful bright blue-green cube-octahedral Fluorite crystals on a matrix of white ball Muscovite from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, with amazing color. Most of the crystals show internal cleavage planes. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 18 x 18 x 12 mm. A nice piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Fluorite Crystals on Sphalerite Mineral Specimen

Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee, USA. Beautiful, lavender, cubic Fluorite crystals with resinous, reddish brown Sphalerite crystals from the famous (and now closed) Elmwood mine. The contrast of the lavender Fluorite with the darker Sphalerite makes this a very aesthetic specimen. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 9 x 9 x 9 mm. Size of largest Sphalerite crystal - 10 x 10 x 8 mm. No damage to any of the Fluorite crystals on the main body of the piece. Don't miss your chance to get one of these specimens from this famous locality at a great price.

Fluorite Crystals with Barite Mineral Specimen

Blanchard Mine, Bingham, New Mexico, USA. Beautiful sky blue Fluorite crystals with white bladed Barite crystals from the Blanchard Mine. Blanchard Fluorites are know for their excellent color. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 10 x 10 x 8 mm. Size of largest Barite crystal - 20 x 15 x 2 mm. A very aesthetic specimen at a great price.

Fluorite and Schorl Tourmaline Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Beautiful zoned, blue-green cube-octahedral Fluorite crystals with jet black Schorl crystals from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Very gemmy and clear, with excellent color. Several of the crystals show internal cleavage planes. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. This striking specimen weighs a whopping 1 pound. Size of largest Fluorite crystal - 40 x 25 x 20 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 30 x 8 x 8 mm. A superb piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Fluororichterite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Wilberforce, Ontario, Canada. A nice assemblage of prismatic Fluororichterite crystals from Wilberforce, Ontario. No damage to the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Fluororichterite crystal - 21 x 10 x 4 mm. A great specimen at a great price.

Fossil Ammonite Halves Mineral Specimen

Madagascar. A beautiful polished fossilized Cretaceous Ammonite from Madagascar. The Ammonite has been cut in half and polished to reveal its inner structure and beauty. The price includes 2 pieces - the matching "A" and "B" halves. A great display/decor piece.

Fossil Ammonite Halves Mineral Specimen

Galena Crystals - Spinel Twins Mineral Specimen

Vtoroy Sovietskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Russia. Amazing spinel twinned Galena crystals from Dalnegorsk. This specimen shows a lamellar habit due to the flattened spinel twined crystals and has a brilliant mirror like luster. This specimen was obtained from the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum. A unique and very uncommon specimen.

Goethite Mineral Specimen

Richard's Glory Hole Mine, Luis Lopez District, Socorro County, New Mexico. Lustrous, golden brown to black, botryoidal Goethite from this high quality New Mexico locality. The piece is studded with a secondary small spherical growth of Goethite as well. A great choice for the species collector.

Goethite Mineral Specimen

Richard's Glory Hole Mine, Luis Lopez District, Socorro County, New Mexico. Lustrous, dark brown to black, stalactitic Goethite from this high quality New Mexico locality. A great choice for the species collector.

Goethite after Siderite Mineral Specimen

Pomarolli Mine, Divino das Laranjeiras, Minas Gerais, Brazil. A really interesting pseudomorph of Goethite replacing Siderite crystals from Minas Gerais, Brazil. The specimen features several large rhombohedral crystals, originally Siderite, now completely replaced by Goethite. There is also an unknown micaceous mineral, most likely one of the mica family of minerals. Size of largest crystal - 17 x 13 x 8 mm. A unique specimen at a great price.

Grossular Garnet Crystals Mineral Specimen

Sierra de Las Cruces, Coahuila, Mexico. This beautiful specimen of a very large greenish tan single Grossular crystal. A unique representative piece from this famous Mexican locality. Size of the largest Grossular crystal - 55 x 55 x 50 mm. The crystal is almost completely damage free, except for minor bruising on one corner.

Grossular Garnet var. Tsavorite - Rare. Mineral Specimen

Merelani Hills (Mererani), Lelatema Mts, Arusha Region, Tanzania. A brilliant green, gemmy Tsavorite crystal from Merelani, Tanzania - the locality at which Tsavorite was first discovered in 1968. This is a single crystal which is very gemmy and facetable. A rare and highly sought after gem variety of garnet. It is found only from a handful of localities in the world. Get yours while the supply lasts. Size of Tsavorite crystal - 6 x 4 x 4 mm. Weight of Tsavorite crystal - .260 grams - 1.3 carats. Note: The specimen comes in a clear acrylic round gem box. Overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole specimen including the box.

Hedenbergite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Concepcion del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico. Nice dark green prismatic Hedenbergite crystals from Concepcion del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico. Size of largest Hedenbergite crystal - 7 x 7 x 2 mm. A very aesthetic specimen at a great price.

Hedenbergite and Danburite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Concepcion del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico. Nice dark green prismatic Hedenbergite crystals with a spray of three Danburite crystals from Concepcion del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico. Size of largest Hedenbergite crystal - 10 x 6 x 2 mm. Size of largest Danburite crystal - 10 x 6 x 4 mm. A very aesthetic specimen at a great price.

Helvite Crystal Mineral Specimen

Wushan, Yunxiao, Fujian Province, China. A beautiful, golden yellow Helvite crystal on matrix from China. Helvite is not common from this locality, which is famous for its Spessartine. The Helvite crystal shows tetrahedral faces and is undamaged. Size of largest Helvite crystal - 12 x 11 x 8 mm. A rare specimen from a famous locality. Note: The specimen is mounted on a frosted acrylic base. Weight includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Hematite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Uri, Switzerland. Lustrous, tabular, specular Hematite crystals from Switzerland. There is one large crystal, with several smaller crystals growing from its base. Well formed, with great luster and aesthetics, the specimen is mounted on an acrylic base. No damage. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 21 x 18 x 3 mm. A great thumbnail specimen.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This is a very large and very aesthetic cabinet-sized specimen showing very nice contrast between the large Hematite crystals, white Calcite, and pinkish matrix. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 28 x 27 x 15 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This is a very showy piece. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 22 x 15 x 10 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 15 x 11 x 3 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 5 x 5 x 5 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This piece features a large, perfectly terminated 1.5 cm Hematite crystal standing out right in the center. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 15 x 8 x 5 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 5 x 5 x 5 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This piece features several very large well formed Hematite crystals intergrown in a very aesthetic fashion. The form of the Hematite crystals is simply excellent. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 40 x 33 x 25 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. They show a very aesthetic penetration twinning as well. The front of one and the side of another of the crystals is contacted. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 17 x 12 x 14 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 25 x 18 x 18 mm. A rare and special specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Hematite and Manganvesuvianite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Amazing intense jet-black Hematite crystals with associated Manganvesuvianite crystals from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. Wessels is the co-type locality for Manganvesuvianite. The luster and form of the Hematite crystals are simply superb. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Hematite crystal - 5 x 4 x 4 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Hematite pseudomorph after Magnetite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Payun volcano, Altiplano de Payun Matru, Mendoza, Argentina. Amazing pseudomorphs of Hematite after octahedral Magnetite crystals from Argentina. These specimens have great form and aesthetics. Size of largest crystal - 35 x 25 x 20 mm. A unique specimen for the pseudomorph collector.

Hematite pseudomorph after Magnetite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Payun volcano, Altiplano de Payun Matru, Mendoza, Argentina. Amazing pseudomorphs of Hematite after octahedral Magnetite crystals from Argentina. These specimens have great form and aesthetics. This one is both large and very showy. Size of largest crystal - 35 x 32 x 25 mm. A unique specimen for the pseudomorph collector.

Hemimorphite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua, Mexico. An excellent specimen of well formed and highly lustrous Hemimorphite crystals from Santa Eulalia, Mexico. The major crystals are flawless and well terminated. They are just perfect. This specimen was obtained from the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum. Size of largest Hemimorphite crystal - 30 x 15 x 8 mm. An excellent specimen from a classic locality.

Humite Mineral Specimen

San Vito Quarry, Mt. Vesuvius, Campania, Italy. A nice specimen containing crystalline amber brown Humite from the San Vito Quarry near the type locality on Mt. Vesuvius, Italy. A great specimen for the type locality collector.

Hureaulite Crystals with Reddingite and Rockbridgeite Mineral Specimen

Cigana (Jocao) Mine, Galileia, Doce Valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil. A bright salmon pink crystal aggregate of Hureaulite with minor Rockbridgeite (black) and Reddingite (tan) from the Cigana Mine, a granite pegmatite known for its phosphates. Size of largest Hureaulite crystal - 7 x 4 x 3 mm. A great specimen for the rare Phosphate collector.

Hureaulite Crystals with Reddingite and Rockbridgeite Mineral Specimen

Cigana (Jocao) Mine, Galileia, Doce Valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil. A bright salmon pink crystal aggregate of Hureaulite with minor Rockbridgeite (black) and Reddingite (tan) from the Cigana Mine, a granite pegmatite known for its phosphates. Size of largest Hureaulite crystal - 4 x 3 x 2 mm. A great specimen for the rare Phosphate collector. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Jamesonite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Zacetecas, Mexico. An excellent specimen of Jamesonite crystals showing a classic jackstraw habit from Zacatecas, Mexico. This specimen was obtained from the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum. Size of largest Jamesonite crystal - 35 x 4 x 4 mm. A classic specimen from a world famous locality.

Kutnahorite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful light-pink Kutnahorite crystal sprays on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This specimen shows very nice color and form. Length of largest Kutnahorite crystal spray - 15 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Kutnahorite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful light-pink Kutnahorite crystal sprays on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This specimen shows very nice color and form. Length of largest Kutnahorite crystal spray - 20 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Kutnahorite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful light-pink Kutnahorite crystal sprays on matrix from the famous Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field of South Africa. This specimen shows excellent aesthetics and form. Length of largest Kutnahorite crystal spray - 20 mm. A rare and special piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Lazulite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Dawson Mining District, Rapid Creek, Yukon Territory, Canada. Nice deep indigo blue Lazulite crystals from Dawson. Size of largest Lazulite crystal - 6 x 5 x 4 mm.

Lazulite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Dawson Mining District, Rapid Creek, Yukon Territory, Canada. Nice deep indigo blue Lazulite crystals from Dawson. Size of largest Lazulite crystal - 5 x 4 x 3 mm.

Magnetite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Mina Huaquio, Potosi, Bolivia. Beautiful steel grey-black octahedrons of Magnetite from this well-known locality. Size of largest Magnetite crystal - 9 x 9 x 5 mm.

Malachite Mineral Specimen

Shaba Province, Zaire. Brilliant chatoyant green Malachite from Zaire. These specimens show excellent color. A beautiful specimen, from a sought after locality, at a great price.

Malachite Mineral Specimen

Shaba Province, Zaire. Brilliant chatoyant green Malachite from Zaire. These specimens show excellent color. A beautiful specimen, from a sought after locality, at a great price.

Malachite - Chatoyant Mineral Specimen

Yangchun, Guangdong Province, China. Spectacular chatoyant Malachite from China. These specimens make the Zaire material pale in comparison. Each one was hand-selected by a PhD Mineralogist directly from the Chinese dealer's stock. They are superb.

Malachite Stalactite - ex Charlie Key Mineral Specimen

Katanga, Dem. Rep. of Congo, Africa. A beautiful Malachite stalactite from the Congo. It has great color and form. Ex Charlie Key Collection Solid Malachite. Perfect for either the collector or lapidary.

Malachite Stalactite - ex Charlie Key Mineral Specimen

Katanga, Dem. Rep. of Congo, Africa. A beautiful Malachite stalactite from the Congo. It has great color. Ex Charlie Key Collection Solid Malachite. Perfect for either the collector or lapidary.

Malachite after Azurite Mineral Specimen

Campbell Mine, Bisbee, Cochise County, Arizona, USA. A great pseudomorph of Malachite after Azurite from Bisbee. Some of the specimen has a radiating habit, while part of it shows the original morphology of the original Azurite crystal. The specimen is mounted on an acrylic base. Size of original Azurite crystal - 13 x 12 x 10 mm. An interesting specimen from a highly sought after locality.

Malachite on pink Calcite Mineral Specimen

Zaire. Nicely colored green malachite on a beautifully contrasting pink calcite matrix. A very aesthetically pleasing specimen.

Malachite on pink Calcite Mineral Specimen

Zaire. Nicely colored green malachite on a beautifully contrasting pink calcite matrix. A very aesthetically pleasing specimen.

Malachite on pink Calcite Mineral Specimen

Zaire. Nicely colored green malachite on a beautifully contrasting pink calcite rhombohedrons. A very aesthetically pleasing specimen.

Malachite with Chrysocolla Mineral Specimen

Shaba Province, Zaire. Beautiful chatoyant green Malachite with bright blue Chrysocolla from Zaire. These specimens show excellent color. A beautiful specimen, from a sought after locality, at a great price.

Marialite (Scapolite) Crystal Mineral Specimen

Darre Pech, Badakhshan, Afghanistan. A beautiful, intense purple Marialite crystal from Afghanistan. Marialite is a member of the Scapolite group. The crystal is nicely terminated and is very gemmy and facetable. The base and rear prism faces are contacted. A great buy for the collector or lapidary. Note: The specimen has been irradiated to produce the purple color.

Marialite (Scapolite) Crystal Mineral Specimen

Darre Pech, Badakhshan, Afghanistan. A beautiful, intense purple Marialite crystal from Afghanistan. Marialite is a member of the Scapolite group. The crystal is nicely terminated and is very gemmy and facetable. Some internal fracturing, but a complete euhedral crystal. A great buy for the collector or lapidary. Note: The specimen has been irradiated to produce the purple color.

Marialite (Scapolite) Crystal Mineral Specimen

Microcline (Carlsbad Twins) with Muscovite, Quartz, and Schorl - ex Charlie Key

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Large, well formed Microcline crystals with minor Quartz, Muscovite, and Schorl from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Both of the largest Microcline crystals are Carlsbad twins. The back of each is covered with an epitactic growth of Muscovite with needle-thin black Schorl crystals. A single Quartz crystal sits at the base. No damage except to any of the major Microcline crystals on the piece. The single Quartz crystal has some exsolution but it does not detract (the quartz crystal is the least conspicuous item on the specimen). Size of largest Microcline crystal - 50 x 30 x 20 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 15 x 1 x 1 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 22 x 15 x 12 mm. A classic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Microcline Crystal (Baveno Twin) - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A large, single, well formed Microcline Baveno twin crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. A classic Baveno. No damage except for a contacted area on one end where it was attached to it's original matrix. Size of largest Microcline crystal - 67 x 26 x 22 mm. A classic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). The weight given below includes the weight of the base.

Microcline Crystal (Baveno Twin) with Quartz - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A large, single, well formed Microcline Baveno twin crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. There are also three well formed Quartz crystals growing from the base. A classic Baveno. No damage except for a contacted area on one end where it was attached to it's original matrix. Size of largest Microcline crystal - 70 x 48 x 48 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 15 x 8 x 6 mm. A classic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). The weight given below includes the weight of the base.

Microcline Crystals (Carlsbad Twins) with Schorl and Muscovite - ex Charlie Key

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Large, well formed Microcline crystals with minor Schorl crystals and Muscovite from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Several of the large Microcline crystals feature Carlsbad twinning. The jet black Schorl crystals nicely punctuate the creamy tan Microcline twins. There is Muscovite throughout the base as well as on several of the Microcline crystals. This is a very aesthetic, "decorator quality" specimen. No damage except to any of the major crystals on the piece. Size of largest Microcline crystal - 50 x 38 x 22 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 14 x 9 x 5 mm. A classic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Microcline Crystals with Schorl and Hyalite Opal - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Large, well formed Microcline crystals with minor Schorl and Hyalite Opal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. This is a very aesthetic specimen featuring a nice V shaped growth of two large Microcline crystals. No damage to any of the major crystals on the specimen. Size of largest Microcline crystal - 73 x 48 x 35 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 8 x 2 x 2 mm. A classic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). The weight given below includes the weight of the base.

Microcline var. Amazonite Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection

Klein Spitzkoppe, Namibia. A nice Amazonite crystal specimen from Klein Spitzkoppe, Namibia. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Amazonite crystal - 48 x 45 x 16 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Mimetite Crystals Mineral Specimen

San Antonia Mine, 5th level, Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua, Mexico. Beautiful, orange, highly lustrous Mimetite crystals from Santa Eulalia, Mexico. No damage. Size of largest Mimetite crystal - 3 x 1 x 1 mm. Awesome contrast against the dark matrix.

Mimetite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Mount Bonnie Mine, Northern Territories, Australia. Large, nicely formed, pale yellow, hexagonal Mimetite crystals from Australia. No damage. Size of largest Mimetite crystal - 8 x 8 x 6 mm. A great specimen for the serious collector.

Mimetite with Wulfenite Mineral Specimen

Level 7, La Campana Vein, Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Bright yellow Mimetite balls from the Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Mexico. These specimens show excellent color and contrast. There is also a 7 mm Wulfenite crystal on this specimen. A beautiful specimen, from a world famous locality, at a great price.

Mimetite with Wulfenite Mineral Specimen

Mina Ojuela (Campana Lugar), Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Bright green Mimetite spherules with associated minor Wulfenite from the 2007 find at Mapimi. This is a beautiful specimen. Size of largest Mimetite sphere - 1 x 1 x 1 mm. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 4 x 3 x 1 mm. A classic specimen from a classic locality.

Muscovite Crystals with Quartz Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A really interesting specimen of large, well formed Muscovite crystals with Quartz crystals from the Erongo Mountains from the famous Charlie Key Collection. Size of largest Muscovite crystal - 27 x 25 x 22 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 35 x 20 x 12 mm. No damage. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable)

Muscovite Crystals with Schorl - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. An excellent specimen of large, well formed Muscovite crystals growing in association with, and nicely accented by, black Schorl crystals. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Muscovite crystal - 28 x 22 x 18 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 20 x 10 x 7 mm. A unique and very aesthetic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Muscovite with Schorl Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection

Erongo Mountains, Namibia. An excellent specimen of Muscovite with jet black Schorl crystals. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Size of largest Muscovite crystal - 20 x 20 x 20 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 8 x 4 x 4 mm. A unique and very aesthetic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Native Copper Mineral Specimen

Caledonia and other mines, Lake Superior Copper District, Michigan, USA. Brilliant native copper specimens from this world-class locality. Note: Specimens have been treated with lacquer to preserve their luster.

Native Copper Mineral Specimen

Native Copper in Selenite Mineral Specimen

Mission Mine, Pima Dist., Sierrita Mtns., Pima County, Arizona, USA. Brightly colored, arborescent native copper crystals encased in clear Selenite from the Mission Mine Mine. These copper specimens were unique to Twin Buttes and only came out one time about 10 or 15 years ago. These specimens are now very hard to come by, especially in this size and quality. We only have this one specimen. Get it while it lasts.

Native Silver Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. A superb wire silver specimen from this classic Peruvian locality. This specimen has lots of bright silver and great aesthetics. Very few native silver specimens come from this mine any more. Get yours while the supply lasts. Size of overall specimen - 19 x 20 x 13 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole specimen including the perky box.

Native Silver Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Beautiful wire silver from this classic Peruvian locality. This specimen has several large silver "horns" and great aesthetics. Very few native silver specimens come from this mine any more. Get yours while the supply lasts. Size of overall specimen - 20 x 20 x 10 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole specimen including the perky box.

Native Sulfur Crystals Mineral Specimen

El Desierto Mine, San Pablo de Napa, Potosi Dept., Bolivia. Beautiful, canary yellow Sulfur crystals from a classic locality. These specimens show excellent color and beautiful crystallization. Size of largest Sulfur crystal - 12 x 5 x 5 mm.

Neptunite Crystals on Natrolite Mineral Specimen

Benitoite Gem Mine, New Idria District, San Benito County, California, USA. Beautiful jet-black Neptunite crystals on a bed of white Natrolite. These thumbnails are from a recently released batch of material which was mined 20-25 years ago. They are very aesthetic and show great contrast against the white Natrolite matrix. Size of largest Neptunite crystal - 16 x 4 x 4 mm. A classic from a now-depleted locality. Note: overall dimensions and weight given are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Neptunite Crystals on Natrolite Mineral Specimen

Benitoite Gem Mine, New Idria District, San Benito County, California, USA. Beautiful jet-black Neptunite crystals on a bed of white Natrolite. These thumbnails are from a recently released batch of material which was mined 20-25 years ago. They are very aesthetic and show great contrast against the white Natrolite matrix. Size of largest Neptunite crystal - 9 x 6 x 4 mm. A classic from a now-depleted locality. Note: overall dimensions and weight given are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Nifontovite Crystals - Matrix Specimen - Rare. Mineral Specimen

Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Excellent clear, gemmy crystals of this extremely rare Borate on matrix from Charcas, Mexico. Nifontovite is reported from only a few localities in the world and this specimen just bristles with clear gemmy crystals. Featured in the March/April 2010 issue of Rocks and Minerals (pages 165-169) in an article titled New Extraordinary Nifontovite Specimens from Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico:

"Certainly the nifontovite discovery at Charcas in 2008/2009 represents the largest and most spectacular find of this rare borate mineral. To this find belong most, if not all, of the worlds best nifontovite specimens"

This specimen is from the same find at Charcas which which led to all the excitement. It is world-class for the species. Size of largest Nifontovite crystal - 9 x 4 x 4 mm. There are very few of these. There are even fewer matrix specimens. Get yours while the supply lasts.

Nifontovite Crystals - Matrix Specimen - Rare. Mineral Specimen

Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Excellent clear, gemmy crystals of this extremely rare Borate on matrix from Charcas, Mexico. Nifontovite is reported from only a few localities in the world and this specimen has vugs containing clear gemmy crystals on all sides. Featured in the March/April 2010 issue of Rocks and Minerals (pages 165-169) in an article titled New Extraordinary Nifontovite Specimens from Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico:

"Certainly the nifontovite discovery at Charcas in 2008/2009 represents the largest and most spectacular find of this rare borate mineral. To this find belong most, if not all, of the worlds best nifontovite specimens"

This specimen is from the same find at Charcas which which led to all the excitement. It is world-class for the species. Size of largest Nifontovite crystal - 10 x 3 x 2 mm. There are very few of these. There are even fewer matrix specimens. Get yours while the supply lasts.

Nifontovite Crystals - Rare. Mineral Specimen

Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Excellent clear, gemmy crystals of this extremely rare Borate from Charcas, Mexico. Nifontovite is reported from only a few localities in the world and this specimen is literally covered with well formed gemmy crystals. Featured in the March/April 2010 issue of Rocks and Minerals (pages 165-169) in an article titled New Extraordinary Nifontovite Specimens from Charcas, San Luis Potosi, Mexico:

"Certainly the nifontovite discovery at Charcas in 2008/2009 represents the largest and most spectacular find of this rare borate mineral. To this find belong most, if not all, of the worlds best nifontovite specimens"

This specimen is from the same find at Charcas which which led to all the excitement. It is world-class for the species. Size of largest Nifontovite crystal - 12 x 4 x 3 mm. There are very few of these. Get yours while the supply lasts.

Okenite Mineral Specimen

Mumbai District, Maharashtra, India. A very impressive decorator/museum quality basalt "egg" partially opened to reveal its wonderful contents - two perfectly round balls of fuzzy white Okenite. These look like "pet rocks" and people can't resist the urge to touch and rub them whenever I have them at shows (a frowned upon practice). A perfect specimen for the serious zeolite collector. Size of largest Okenite ball - 25 x 25 x 20 mm. This specimen is one of a kind. Don't miss the chance to own it. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen.

Opal - Cutting Rough Mineral Specimen

Blackstar Claims, near Ruby, Santa Cruz County, Arizona, USA. Beautiful, pastel blue Opal from the Blackstar claims. This piece is an semi-polished cut slab suitable for lapidary work. Many people do not know that Opal, including fire Opal is found south of Tucson, Arizona, but here is "living" proof. The Opal has a great pastel blue color and areas of red and blue-green fire, as seen in the photos. The photos show the specimen both dry and wet in order to show the great color this Opal has when polished. An excellent specimen for either the collector or lapidary, at a great price.

Pearceite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Highly lustrous, well formed Pearceite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. This is a new find that came out two years ago from Uchucchacua, famous for its excellent Rhodochrosite specimens. Size of overall specimen - 22 x 15 x 10 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pearceite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Highly lustrous, well formed Pearceite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. This is a new find that came out two years ago from Uchucchacua, famous for its excellent Rhodochrosite specimens. Size of overall specimen - 13 x 12 x 9 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pearceite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Highly lustrous, well formed Pearceite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. This is a new find that came out two years ago from Uchucchacua, famous for its excellent Rhodochrosite specimens. Size of overall specimen - 14 x 14 x 9 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pearceite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Highly lustrous, well formed Pearceite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. This is a new find that came out two years ago from Uchucchacua, famous for its excellent Rhodochrosite specimens. Size of overall specimen - 16 x 14 x 12 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pearceite Crystals Mineral Specimen

Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Highly lustrous, well formed Pearceite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. This is a new find that came out two years ago from Uchucchacua, famous for its excellent Rhodochrosite specimens. Size of overall specimen - 20 x 15 x 10 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pectolite Mineral Specimen

Millington Quarry, Bernards Township, Somerset County, New Jersey, USA. Beautiful creamy white Pectolite crystalline aggregates from the Millington Quarry. This specimen shows the classic form for this mineral - hemispherical sprays of hundreds of tiny radiating crystals forming an overall botryoidal habit. This is a beautiful specimen from a recent find. New Jersey zeolites and associated minerals are becoming harder and harder to get each year. Get yours while the supply lasts.

Pectolite with Fluorapophyllite Mineral Specimen
Millington Quarry, Bernards Township, Somerset County, New Jersey, USA. Beautiful creamy white Pectolite crystalline aggregates from the Millington Quarry. This specimen shows the classic form for this mineral - hemispherical sprays of hundreds of tiny radiating crystals forming an overall botryoidal habit. As a bonus, there are two crystal clear Fluorapophyllite crystal clusters perched right on top. This is a beautiful specimen from a recent find. Size of largest Fluorapophyllite crystal - 8 x 5 x 4 mm. New Jersey zeolites and associated minerals are becoming harder and harder to get each year. Get yours while the supply lasts.

Pentagonite Crystals on Stilbite Mineral Specimen
Pune District, Maharashtra, India. Beautiful, bright-blue Pentagonite crystal clusters on a bed of bladed Stilbite from this famous Indian zeolite district. Pentagonite is the less common, highly sought after dimorph of Cavansite and this specimen is excellent. Size of largest Pentagonite cluster - 15 x 12 x 10 mm. Size of largest Stilbite crystal - 5 x 4 x 1 mm. A highly sought after species at a great price.

Pezzottaite - Type Locality - Rare. Mineral Specimen
Sakavalana Mine, Ambatovita, Madagascar. A hot-pink floater crystal of Pezzottaite, from the type locality in Madagascar. Discovered in 2002, Pezzottaite is the cesium analogue of Beryl. This is a very rare mineral, having only been found at this one locality, and then, in only one pocket occurrence. It has been reported from one other locality in Afghanistan, and that's it, making these specimens exceedingly rare. Size of largest Pezzottaite crystal - 15 x 9 x 8 mm. Don't miss your chance to own one of these rare classics from the now-depleted type locality. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pezzottaite - Type Locality - Rare. Mineral Specimen
Sakavalana Mine, Ambatovita, Madagascar. A hot-pink hexagonal floater crystal of Pezzottaite, from the type locality in Madagascar. Discovered in 2002, Pezzottaite is the cesium analogue of Beryl. This is a very rare mineral, having only been found at this one locality, and then, in only one pocket occurrence. It has been reported from one other locality in Afghanistan, and that's it, making these specimens exceedingly rare. Size of largest Pezzottaite crystal - 20 x 12 x 8 mm. Don't miss your chance to own one of these rare classics from the now-depleted type locality. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pezzottaite - Type Locality - Rare. Mineral Specimen
Sakavalana Mine, Ambatovita, Madagascar. A rare matrix specimen with multiple hot-pink crystals of Pezzottaite, from the type locality in Madagascar. Discovered in 2002, Pezzottaite is the cesium analogue of Beryl. This is a very rare mineral, having only been found at this one locality, and then, in only one pocket occurrence. It has been reported from one other locality in Afghanistan, and that's it, making these specimens exceedingly rare. Size of largest Pezzottaite crystal - 5 x 4 x 4 mm. Don't miss your chance to own one of these rare classics from the now-depleted type locality. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pezzottaite - Type Locality - Rare. Mineral Specimen
Sakavalana Mine, Ambatovita, Madagascar. A hot-pink floater crystal of Pezzottaite, from the type locality in Madagascar. Discovered in 2002, Pezzottaite is the cesium analogue of Beryl. This is a very rare mineral, having only been found at this one locality, and then, in only one pocket occurrence. It has been reported from one other locality in Afghanistan, and that's it, making these specimens exceedingly rare. Size of largest Pezzottaite crystal - 15 x 13 x 12 mm. Don't miss your chance to own one of these rare classics from the now-depleted type locality. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pezzottaite - Type Locality - Rare. Mineral Specimen
Sakavalana Mine, Ambatovita, Madagascar. A hot-pink floater crystal of Pezzottaite, from the type locality in Madagascar. Discovered in 2002, Pezzottaite is the cesium analogue of Beryl. This is a very rare mineral, having only been found at this one locality, and then, in only one pocket occurrence. It has been reported from one other locality in Afghanistan, and that's it, making these specimens exceedingly rare. Size of largest Pezzottaite crystal - 18 x 15 x 8 mm. Don't miss your chance to own one of these rare classics from the now-depleted type locality. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Polybasite Mineral Specimen
Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. A very nice specimen of Polybasite from Guanajuato. Polybasite is one of the "Ruby Silvers" and this one is from the famous silver mining district of Guanajuato, Mexico. A great specimen at a great price.

Polybasite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. Dark grey Polybasite crystals with associated Chalcopyrite from the Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. No damage. Size of largest Polybasite crystal - 6 x 5 x 3 mm. A great specimen from a famous locality for the species.

Prehnite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Brandberg, Namibia. Beautiful, pale green, translucent aggregated Prehnite crystals on matrix from this famous locality - Brandberg, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A fine piece, from a famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Prehnite with Calcite and Quartz Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Brandberg, Namibia. Beautiful, pale green, translucent aggregated Prehnite crystals with sparkling clear Quartz crystals and rhombohedral Calcite crystals from this famous locality - Brandberg, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. There is also minor Schorl on the base of the piece. Size of largest Prehnite cluster - 8 x 7 x 7 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 23 x 7 x 5 mm. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 9 x 7 x 7 mm. A fine piece, from a famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Prehnite with Epidote Mineral Specimen
Djouga, near Benduko, Bufaulabe Cercle, Kayes Region, Mali. Beautiful translucent green balls of Prehnite growing on an bed of interlaced Epidote crystals. Fantastic.

Prehnite with Epidote Mineral Specimen
Djouga, near Benduko, Bufaulabe Cercle, Kayes Region, Mali. Beautiful translucent green balls of Prehnite growing on an bed of interlaced Epidote crystals. Fantastic.

Prehnite with Quartz - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Brandberg, Namibia. This is a very aesthetic thumbnail. It consists of beautiful, pale green, translucent Prehnite balls growing around the base of a perfectly formed, clear Quartz crystal. It is from the famous locality at Brandberg, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Size of overall specimen - 22 x 22 x 17 mm. Size of largest Prehnite cluster - 17 x 17 x 14 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 24 x 8 x 8 mm. A fine specimen, from a famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Prehnite with Quartz Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Brandberg, Namibia. Beautiful, pale green, translucent aggregated Prehnite crystals with sparkling clear Quartz crystals from this famous locality - Brandberg, Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Size of largest Prehnite cluster - 15 x 12 x 12 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 9 x 4 x 4 mm. A fine piece, from a famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Proustite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Deep red, well formed Proustite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. Size of overall specimen - 13 x 10 x 10 mm. Size of largest Proustite crystal - 8 x 6 x 6 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pyrargyrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Highly lustrous, well formed Pyrargyrite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. Size of overall specimen - 22 x 18 x 16 mm. Size of largest Pyrargyrite crystal - 9 x 9 x 6 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pyrargyrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. A highly lustrous, well formed large single Pyrargyrite crystal from this classic Peruvian locality. Size of overall specimen - 14 x 14 x 14 mm. Size of largest Pyrargyrite crystal - 14 x 14 x 14 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pyrargyrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Uchucchacua Mine, Oyon Province, Lima Department, Peru. Highly lustrous, well formed Pyrargyrite crystals from this classic Peruvian locality. Size of overall specimen - 25 x 18 x 15 mm. Size of largest Pyrargyrite crystal - 7 x 5 x 5 mm. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Pyrargyrite Crystals with Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Fresnillo, Zacatecas, Mexico. Numerous well formed, highly lustrous, striated Pyrargyrite crystals with pure white Calcite rhombs from this famous Mexican locality. This is a beautiful specimen. This is an old, museum quality piece, ex Dave Bunk, of a size and quality rarely seen anymore. Size of overall specimen - 63 x 43 x 35 mm. Size of largest Pyrargyrite crystal - 15 x 13 x 13 mm. A true classic for the mineral collecting connoisseur.

Pyrargyrite Crystals with Calcite Crystals Mineral Specimen
San Guillermo Vein, San Luis Shaft, Proana Mine, Fresnillo, Zacatecas, Mexico. Multiple large, well formed, highly lustrous, striated Pyrargyrite crystals with dozens of perfect translucent white Calcite scalenohedrons sprinkled over the top. This is a beautiful specimen. An amazing museum quality piece, ex Dave Bunk, of a size and quality rarely seen anymore.. I got a second opinion on it from one of my dealer friends who was getting these many decades ago and he said it is the best one he has ever seen. It is from the 425 Level of the San Guillermo Vein of the Proana Mine. Size of overall specimen - 55 x 47 x 30 mm. Size of largest Pyrargyrite crystal - 25 x 20 x 15 mm. A true classic for the mineral collecting connoisseur.

Pyrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Huanzala Mine, Huallanca Dist., Dos de Mayo Prov., Huanuco Dept., Peru. Spectacular cabinet sized pyrite crystal group from Peru. These specimens show beautiful color and luster as well as excellent striated pyritohedron crystal development. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 10 x 10 x 7 mm. Some of the edges show minor bruising/chipping. Several of the larger crystals show some etching as well. This does not detract from the overall quality/aesthetics of the piece.

Pyrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Mundo Nuevo Mine, Pasto Bueno Dist., Pallasca Prov., Ancash Dept., Peru. Bright, brassy, striated Pyrite crystals from the Mundo Nuevo Mine, La Libertad, Peru. The Pyrite crystals are pyritohedrons, several of which are over 2 cm. The back of the specimen has small Quartz crystals and numerous crystals of a third mineral (probably Tetrahedrite) showing epitactic growth on the Pyrite crystals. This is a large specimen, and all the major crystals show excellent form. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 27 x 27 x 20 mm. A beautiful Pyrite specimen. Note: No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the piece.

Pyrite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Huanzala, Huanaco Department, Peru. An excellent specimen consisting of bright brassy Pyrite crystals from the famous mines at Huanzala, Peru. The crystals are modified octahedrons and there is no damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 14 x 14 x 10 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Pyrite Cubes on Matrix Mineral Specimen
Minas Victoria, Navajun, La Rioja, Spain. Beautiful pyrite cubes on matrix from a classic locality. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 27 x 25 x 25 mm.

Pyrite Cubes on Matrix Mineral Specimen
Minas Victoria, Navajun, La Rioja, Spain. Beautiful pyrite cubes on matrix from a classic locality. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 25 x 24 x 22 mm.

Pyrite after Pyrrhotite with Quartz and Siderite Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. This is a very interesting specimen. It features milky white Quartz crystals on which are growing grey Siderite balls. The specimen also has several crystals of Pyrite pseudomorph after Pyrrhotite. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 15 x 5 x 5 mm. Size of largest Pyrite after Pyrrhotite crystal - 12 x 12 x 3 mm. Size of largest Siderite ball - 4 x 4 x 4 mm. A classic and very unique specimen.

Pyrite crystals with Chalcopyrite and Quartz Crystals Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. An interesting specimen with Pyrite crystals, and some minor Chalcopyrite, with several Quartz crystals growing on top. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 23 x 7 x 7 mm. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 6 x 5 x 4 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Pyroxmangite Mineral Specimen
Silverton, San Juan County, Colorado, USA. An attractive pastel pink Pyroxmangite specimen with associated Galena from Silverton, Colorado. Pyroxmangite is a dimorph of Rhodonite.

Pyrrhotite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua, Mexico. A really nice specimen of brassy hexagonal Pyrrhotite crystals from Santa Eulalia, Mexico. This specimen was obtained from the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum. Size of largest Pyrrhotite crystal - 40 x 10 x 10 mm. A very aesthetic and classic specimen.

Quartz Crystal Scepters Mineral Specimen
Chihuahua, Mexico. Sceptered Quartz crystals on Rhyolite. This is a very showy specimen featuring numerous Quartz crystal scepters growing from vugs in a Rhyolite matrix. Both normal and reverse scepters are present. No damage to any of the major crystals. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 35 x 19 x 10 mm. Note: The matrix on these specimens has been sawn.

Quartz Crystals Mineral Specimen
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Large, brilliant, clear Quartz crystals from Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil. This is a large and very showy specimen, and all the major crystals show excellent clarity and form. Most of the larger crystals show amazing etch patterns on their prism faces. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 53 x 20 x 15 mm. A classic and very aesthetic specimen from this famous locality. Note: A couple of the crystals have a single small chip at or near the termination. This does not detract from the specimen overall. The rest of the crystals are damage free.

Quartz Crystals (cast) - ex Charlie Key Mineral Specimen
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. This is a really interesting specimen of Quartz crystals which have replaced another hexagonal species and formed a cast. The crystals are arranged in a very symmetrical herringbone pattern all over the prism faces of the original crystal. There are also some minor Schorl crystals on the specimen as well. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 5 x 3 x 2 mm. A very unique, world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Quartz Crystals - ex Charlie Key Mineral Specimen
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. An excellent Quartz crystal specimen from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. The larger Quartz crystals are undamaged. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 45 x 15 x 10 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Quartz Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Orange River, South Africa. Large, showy Quartz crystals with nice phantom growth patterns from the Orange River in South Africa. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 45 x 33 x 33 mm. The largest crystals are nicely terminated and almost completely damage free. A fine specimen, from a famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). Weight given below includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Quartz Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Orange River, South Africa. Showy Quartz crystals from the Orange River in South Africa. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 35 x 18 x 14 mm. The largest crystals are nicely terminated and almost completely damage free. A fine specimen, from a famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). Weight given below includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Quartz Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. An excellent Quartz crystal specimen with nice phantom growth patterns from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. The larger Quartz crystals are undamaged. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 23 x 13 x 12 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Quartz Crystals - ex. Charlie Key Mineral Specimen
Chihuahua, Mexico. This is a very large and very unique Quartz crystal specimen. The crystals are covered with epitactic growths of several other minerals - a bluish white, spiked habit mineral (probably Calcite); a light grey unknown mineral; and several darker minerals (Goethite and perhaps a dark manganese mineral). There is also a sprinkling of hundreds of sub-millimeter transparent crystals of another unknown species. It's provenance goes back to at least 1973, as it's original label shows it was a part of the B. E. Lockhart collection and that it was acquired by him from Oscar Sisman of Knoxville, TN on December 25, 1973. It subsequently became a part of the Charlie Key Collection. This huge specimen measures 20 x 15 x 13 cm and weighs a whopping 3+ pounds. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 175 x 55 x 40 mm. A one-of-a-kind specimen for the species collector.

Quartz Crystals Scepters with Schorl - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. An excellent Quartz crystal specimen with sceptered growth and associated jet black Schorl crystals from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. This specimen just bristles with Quartz scepters. No damage to the crystal faces or edges of the Quartz crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 30 x 8 x 8 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 30 x 12 x 8 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Quartz Crystals on Sphalerite Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Pure white Quartz crystals growing on a bed of dark Sphalerite from this classic, and now closed, locality.. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 8 x 3 x 3 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Quartz Crystals with Muscovite - ex Charlie Key Collection
Minas Gerais, Brazil. An very nice specimen of Quartz crystals with Muscovite mica. This specimen is from Minas Gerais, Brazil. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 50 x 17 x 12 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable). Weight given below includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Quartz Crystals with Pyrite Mineral Specimen
Mundo Nuevo Mine, Pasto Bueno Dist., Pallasca Prov., Ancash Dept., Peru. Beautiful, clear Quartz crystals with Pyrite from the Mundo Nuevo Mine, La Libertad, Peru. There are two growth phases of Quartz, the original larger crystals and numerous smaller epitactic crystals growing from the prism faces of the larger crystals. The bright brassy pyrite crystals provide great contrast and aesthetics for the specimen. This is a large impressive specimen. It features a central prominent 13 cm Quartz crystal and all the major crystals show excellent clarity and form. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 130 x 30 x 13 mm. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 22 x 22 x 22 mm. A unique and very aesthetic specimen. Note: Some of the smaller crystals around the edges of the specimen have chipped and/or broken terminations. The main crystal has several small chips around the termination, which does not detract (mostly noticeable under 10x magnification).

Quartz Crystals with Schorl Tourmaline - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A very aesthetically pleasing and showy specimen showing numerous large Quartz crystals, with associated minor Schorl crystals, on matrix from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. The prism faces on the Quartz crystals have an interesting thin white powdery coating which contrasts nicely with the terminations which are uncoated, yielding a very pleasing overall effect. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 35 x 15 x 12 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 5 x 4 x 3 mm. The largest crystals are all nicely terminated and damage free. A fine piece, from a famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Quartz var. Amethyst Mineral Specimen
Artigas, Uruguay. Beautiful deep purple amethyst crystal clusters from Uruguay. The Uruguayan material is considered the best from a color standpoint. These specimens are a beautiful deep purple and each is mounted on a clear polished acrylic base. Size of largest Amethyst crystal - 12 x 12 x 10 mm. Some show minor chipping on a few points. A very aesthetic specimen.

Quartz var. Amethyst Mineral Specimen
Artigas, Uruguay. Beautiful deep purple amethyst crystal clusters from Uruguay. The Uruguayan material is considered the best from a color standpoint. These specimens are a beautiful deep purple and each is mounted on a clear polished acrylic base. Size of largest Amethyst crystal - 15 x 15 x 12 mm. Some show minor chipping on a few points. A very aesthetic specimen.

Quartz var. Amethyst Mineral Specimen
Artigas, Uruguay. Beautiful deep purple amethyst crystal clusters from Uruguay. The Uruguayan material is considered the best from a color standpoint. These specimens are a beautiful deep purple and each is mounted on a clear polished acrylic base. Size of largest Amethyst crystal - 10 x 10 x 10 mm. Some show minor chipping on a few points. A very aesthetic specimen.

Quartz var. Amethyst Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection
Rift Valley, Kenya. A beautiful Amethyst crystal from the Rift Valley in Kenya. Very gemmy and clear, with nice color. The crystal also has some very interesting etching or exsolution features on the termination faces as show in the photos. Overall, a very interesting thumbnail. No damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of Amethyst crystal - 20 x 17 x 13 mm. A unique an interesting specimen, from a uncommon, low-producing locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted in a clear acrylic perky box. Weight and dimensions given below include the perky box.

Quartz var. Amethyst Scepter - ex Charlie Key Collection
Entia Valley, Harts Range, Australia. An beautiful Amethyst scepter from the Harts Range, Australia. No damage to the crystal faces or edges. Size of largest Amethyst crystal - 23 x 7 x 7 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted in a clear square acrylic box. Weight and dimensions given below include the acrylic box.

Quartz, Calcite, Sphalerite, Pyrite Mineral Specimen
Animon Mine, San Jose de Huayllay Dist.,Cerro de Pasco Prov., Pasco Dept., Peru. Well-formed Sphalerite crystals intergrown with sprays of Quartz crystals and minor Pyrite from this classic Peruvian locality. The Quartz crystals are clear and transparent and most show good terminations with no damage. They are for the most part covered with a secondary growth of tan Calcite crystals. Size of largest Sphalerite crystal - 10 x 9 x 8 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 18 x 3 x 3 mm. A beautiful piece from this classic Peruvian locality.

Quartz, Pyrite, Calcite, Sphalerite Mineral Specimen
Animon Mine, San Jose de Huayllay Dist.,Cerro de Pasco Prov., Pasco Dept., Peru. Well-formed Pyrite crystals intergrown with sprays of Quartz crystals and minor Sphalerite from this classic Peruvian locality. The Pyrite crystals are beautifully striated cubes and modified cubes. The Quartz crystals are clear and transparent and most show good terminations with no damage. They are for the most part covered with a secondary growth of tan Calcite crystals. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 4 x 4 x 3 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 13 x 4 x 4 mm. A beautiful piece from this classic Peruvian locality.

Quartz, Pyrite, Siderite, Pyrite after Pyrrhotite Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. This is a very interesting specimen. It features milky white Quartz crystals on which are growing nice tan sub-millimeter Siderite crystals. The specimen also has numerous small Pyrite crystals and one large crystal of Pyrite pseudomorph after Pyrrhotite. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 10 x 5 x 4 mm. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 1 x 1 x 1 mm. Size of largest Pyrrhotite crystal - 15 x10 x 2 mm. Size of largest Siderite crystal - 1 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Rhodochrosite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful bright pink Rhodochrosite crystals forming a botryoidal druse. Size of largest Rhodochrosite crystal - 2 x 2 x 2 mm. A fine piece from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Rhodochrosite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful bright pink Rhodochrosite crystals forming a botryoidal druse. Size of largest Rhodochrosite crystal - 1 x 1 x 1 mm. A fine specimen from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Rhodochrosite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful bright pink Rhodochrosite crystals forming a botryoidal druse. Size of largest Rhodochrosite crystal - 3 x 2 x 2 mm. A fine piece from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Rhodochrosite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful bright pink Rhodochrosite crystals forming a botryoidal druse. Size of largest Rhodochrosite crystal - 2 x 2 x 2 mm. A fine specimen from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable)

Rhodochrosite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful bright pink Rhodochrosite crystals forming a botryoidal druse. Size of largest Rhodochrosite crystal - 5 x 2 x 2 mm. A fine specimen from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable)

Rhodochrosite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful bright pink Rhodochrosite crystals forming a botryoidal druse. Size of largest Rhodochrosite crystal - 3 x 3 x 2 mm. A fine piece from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Rhodochrosite - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa. Beautiful bright pink Rhodochrosite crystals forming a botryoidal druse. Size of largest Rhodochrosite crystal - 3 x 2 x 2 mm. A fine specimen from a famous locality from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable)

Rhodonite Crystals Mineral Specimen
San Martin Mine, Chiurucu, Huallanca, Bolognesi Prov., Ancash Department, Peru. Spectacular, hot-pink bladed Rhodonite crystal clusters from this great locality. The color on these pieces is simply superb. Size of largest Rhodonite crystal blade - 10 x 7 x 2 mm. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the piece. Note: The weight shown for this specimen includes the weight of the attached polished acrylic base, which is included with the specimen. The dimensions shown are for the specimen itself, not including the base.

Rhodonite Crystals Mineral Specimen
San Martin Mine, Chiurucu, Huallanca, Bolognesi Prov., Ancash Department, Peru. Spectacular, hot-pink bladed Rhodonite crystal clusters from this great locality. The color on these specimens is simply superb. Size of largest Rhodonite crystal blade - 17 x 7 x 3 mm. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the piece. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Rhodonite Crystals with Pyrite, Sphalerite, Calcite, and Quartz
San Martin Mine, Chiurucu, Huallanca, Bolognesi Prov., Ancash Department, Peru. Spectacular, hot-pink bladed Rhodonite crystal clusters with associated Sphalerite, Pyrite, pearly white rhombohedral Calcite crystals, and terminated Quartz prisms from this great locality. The color and contrast on this piece is simply superb. Size of largest Rhodonite crystal - 13 x 4 x 1 mm. Size of largest Pyrite crystal - 1 x 1 x 1 mm. Size of largest Sphalerite crystal - 3 x 3 x 3 mm. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 10 x 8 x 8 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 17 x 3 x 3 mm. No damage to any of the crystals on the main body of the piece.

Rosasite Mineral Specimen
Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. A nice thumbnail specimen of massive botryoidal Rosasite from Mapimi. A classic specimen from a famous locality at a great price. Note: overall dimensions and weight given below are for the whole piece including the perky box.

Rutile Crystals on Hematite Mineral Specimen
Ibitiara, Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil. Beautiful golden Rutile sprays growing from a bed of multi-layered platy jet black Hematite. Each specimen is professionally mounted onto a clear acrylic base (removable). These specimens are among my all-time favorites. They are just awesome.

Rutile on Hematite Mineral Specimen
Ibitiara, Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil. Beautiful golden Rutile sprays growing from a bed of multi-layered platy jet black Hematite. Each specimen is professionally mounted onto a clear acrylic base (removable). These specimens are among my all-time favorites. They are just awesome.

Scheelite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Pingwu, Sichuan Province, China. Beautiful, large, perfectly terminated Scheelite crystals on a bed of pearly white, bladed Muscovite from this famous chinese locality. This beautiful specimen glows with a vibrant orange hue and has great bright white fluorescence under SW UV as shown in the pictures. No damage to any of the large Scheelite crystals on the main body of the piece. Size of largest Scheelite crystal - 50 x 50 x 50 mm. A stunning specimen.

Scheelite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Pingwu, Sichuan Province, China. Beautiful, large, perfectly terminated Scheelite crystals on a bed of pearly white, bladed Muscovite from this famous chinese locality. This beautiful specimen glows with a vibrant orange hue and has great bright white fluorescence under SW UV as shown in the pictures. No damage to any of the large Scheelite crystals on the main body of the piece. Size of largest Scheelite crystal - 50 x 50 x 50 mm. A stunning specimen.

Schorl Tourmaline Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A cauliflower shaped cluster of parallel growth, terminated, lustrous jet black Schorl Tourmaline crystals from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 45 x 17 x 13 mm. A unique and very aesthetic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Schorl Tourmaline Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. This piece is a nicely terminated, lustrous jet black Schorl Tourmaline crystal from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. There are also several smaller Schorl crystals growing from one of the prism faces. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 35 x 32 x 27 mm. There is a chipped corner on the termination as can be seen in the photos. A very attractive piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Schorl Tourmaline Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Perfectly terminated, lustrous jet black Schorl Tourmaline crystals from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. This specimen shows a very nice pattern of intergrowth with very aesthetic striations on most of the crystal faces. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. There is, however, one contacted area on the back face of the largest crystal. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 25 x 25 x 15 mm. A nice piece, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection.

Schorl Tourmaline Crystals with Microcline - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Perfectly terminated, lustrous jet black Schorl Tourmaline crystals from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. This specimen features a large, equant Schorl crystal, which is just perfectly formed and amazingly aesthetic, on a bed of tan Microcline. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 23 x 18 x 17 mm. A fine specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Schorl Tourmaline Crystals with Microcline Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. Lustrous jet black Schorl Tourmaline crystals with nicely contrasting, well formed Microcline crystals from the Charlie Key Collection. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the major crystals. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 27 x 12 x 8 mm. Size of largest Microcline crystal - 25 x 14 x 12 mm. An very attractive specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Scolecite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Poona, Maharashtra State, India. A beautiful spray of prismatic Scolecite Crystals from the famous Charlie Key Collection. The clear and gemmy Scolecite mounted on an attractive acrylic base makes this specimen a real showpiece. The specimen glows with a beautiful pearly luster and the Scolecite crystals are beautifully terminated. No damage to any of the main crystals. Size of largest Scolecite crystal - 86 x 4 x 3 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone.

Scolecite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Poona District, Maharashtra State, India. A beautiful spray of prismatic Scolecite Crystals with epitaxial Calcite rhombohedrons from the famous Charlie Key Collection. The very aesthetic contrast of the tan Calcite on the clear and gemmy Scolecite makes this a real showpiece. The specimen glows with a beautiful pearly luster and the Scolecite crystals are beautifully terminated. The terminations on the largest crystals are undamaged. Size of largest Scolecite crystal - 100 x 10 x 4 mm. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 3 x 3 x 3 mm. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone.

Scorodite Crystals with Pyrite Mineral Specimen
Baishichong Village, Hezhou County, Guangxi Autonomous Region, China. Numerous, well formed, dark blue Scorodite crystals with bright brassy Pyrite crystals from the 2008 find in China. Scorodite itself is not a rare species, but well formed crystals of it are. This is just such a specimen. Described in the July/August 2008 issue of the Mineralogical Record (page 332) as:
"important specimens, with scorodite crystals that, while remaining quite sharp, sport sizes matching or exceeding those of the older-known crystals from Tsumeb, Namibia; the El Cobre mine, Zacatecas, Mexico; and the Ojuela mine, Durango, Mexico."
This specimen is from the same 2008 find in China which made this highly sought-after mineral species available in good quality crystalline specimens at affordable prices. Size of largest Scorodite crystal - 8 x 8 x 7 mm. As these will undoubtedly become a "future classic", get yours while the supply lasts.

Scorodite Crystals with Pyrite Mineral Specimen
Baishichong Village, Hezhou County, Guangxi Autonomous Region, China. Numerous, well formed, dark blue Scorodite crystals with bright brassy Pyrite crystals from the 2008 find in China. Scorodite itself is not a rare species, but well formed crystals of it are. This is just such a specimen. Described in the July/August 2008 issue of the Mineralogical Record (page 332) as:
"important specimens, with scorodite crystals that, while remaining quite sharp, sport sizes matching or exceeding those of the older-known crystals from Tsumeb, Namibia; the El Cobre mine, Zacatecas, Mexico; and the Ojuela mine, Durango, Mexico."
This specimen is from the same 2008 find in China which made this highly sought-after mineral species available in good quality crystalline specimens at affordable prices. Size of largest Scorodite crystal - 10 x 8 x 8 mm. As these will undoubtedly become a "future classic", get yours while the supply lasts.

Scorodite Crystals with Pyrite Mineral Specimen
Baishichong Village, Hezhou County, Guangxi Autonomous Region, China. Numerous, well formed, dark blue Scorodite crystals with minor brassy Pyrite from the 2008 find in China. Scorodite itself is not a rare species, but well formed crystals of it are. This is just such a specimen. Described in the July/August 2008 issue of the Mineralogical Record (page 332) as:
"important specimens, with scorodite crystals that, while remaining quite sharp, sport sizes matching or exceeding those of the older-known crystals from Tsumeb, Namibia; the El Cobre mine, Zacatecas, Mexico; and the Ojuela mine, Durango, Mexico."
This specimen is from the same 2008 find in China which made this highly sought-after mineral species available in good quality crystalline specimens at affordable prices. Size of largest Scorodite crystal - 7 x 7 x 7 mm. As these will undoubtedly become a "future classic", get yours while the supply lasts.

Scorodite Crystals with Pyrite Mineral Specimen
Baishichong Village, Hezhou County, Guangxi Autonomous Region, China. Numerous, well formed, dark blue Scorodite crystals with bright brassy Pyrite crystals from the 2008 find in China. Scorodite itself is not a rare species, but well formed crystals of it are. This is just such a specimen. Described in the July/August 2008 issue of the Mineralogical Record (page 332) as:
"important specimens, with scorodite crystals that, while remaining quite sharp, sport sizes matching or exceeding those of the older-known crystals from Tsumeb, Namibia; the El Cobre mine, Zacatecas, Mexico; and the Ojuela mine, Durango, Mexico."
This specimen is from the same 2008 find in China which made this highly sought-after mineral species available in good quality crystalline specimens at affordable prices. Size of largest Scorodite crystal - 5 x 5 x 5 mm. As these will undoubtedly become a "future classic", get yours while the supply lasts.

Selenite Crystals (Duckbill) Mineral Specimen
Red River Floodway,Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Beautiful golden Selenite swallowtail twin "Duckbill" crystal balls from Winnipeg. Many of the crystals are quite transparent and gemmy. Fluoresces green under SW UV. Largest single Selenite crystal - 35 x 35 x 15 mm. There is minor bruising on one point of the smaller crystal and a small chipped area on one edge of the larger crystal. This is barely noticeable and does not detract from the piece.

Selenite Crystals on Halite Mineral Specimen
Salinas de Otuma, Paracas, Pisco, Pisco Province, Ica Department, Peru. Beautiful golden twinned Selenite crystals on Halite. This piece exhibits excellent deep golden color as well as extremely well formed swallowtail twin crystals. Size of largest Selenite crystal - 30 x 20 x 8 mm. Size of largest Halite crystal - 4 x 4 x 2 mm.

Siderite on Quartz Crystals Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Large Quartz crystals coated with a golden druse of tiny Siderite crystals from this famous locality. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 30 x 8 x 8 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Smithsonite Mineral Specimen
Kelly Mine, Socorro County, New Mexico, USA. A beautifully colored, botryoidal Smithsonite from the famous Kelly Mine. This specimen shows the classic deep sea green coloration which the Kelly Mine Smithsonite specimens are famous for. A great specimen from a world famous locality for the species. Note: The specimen is mounted on a frosted acrylic base. Weight includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Smithsonite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Mountains, Namibia. Amazing, golden yellow Smithsonite crystals from Tsumeb. Smithsonite crystals of this size and quality are not common. The mineral is typically seen in massive form, or as much smaller crystals. These crystals have a honey golden glow. No damage to the crystals on the main portion of the specimen. Size of largest Smithsonite crystal - 14 x 9 x 7 mm. A great specimen from one of the most famous and sought after localities in the world.

Smithsonite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Mountains, Namibia. A fine old specimen from the world famous Tsumeb Mine. This is a cabinet sized display piece - the surface of which is covered with lustrous, golden brown Smithsonite crystal aggregates. Size of largest Smithsonite crystal - 2 x 2 x 2 mm. Tsumeb mineral specimens are among the most sought after by serious mineral collectors. Great color. Great aesthetics. Great locality. Get yours now.

Smoky Quartz Crystal - ex Charlie Key Collection Mineral Specimen
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. An amazing crystal of phantom growth, translucent Smoky Quartz. This crystal glows beautifully when back lit, as shown in the photos. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. One edge of the termination has several very small chips, which do not detract, as can be seen in the seventh photo. There is also a chipped area between two of the prism faces, on the back, as can be seen in the third and seventh photo. This area does not show when the crystal is viewed from the front. Otherwise, no damage to the faces or edges on the crystal. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 67 x 40 x 35 mm. A unique and very aesthetic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Smoky Quartz with Muscovite Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. An excellent specimen of Smoky Quartz crystals with Muscovite. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. No damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 14 x 5 x 5 mm. Size of largest Muscovite crystal - 25 x 12 x 12 mm. A unique and very aesthetic specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Spangolite Crystals with Brochantite Mineral Specimen
Snake Pit Mine, Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico, USA. A very colorful specimen of blue-green Spangolite crystals from Bingham, New Mexico. They are on a Quartz matrix and there is a nice acicular spray of bright green Brochantite crystals as well. Size of largest Spangolite crystal - 1 x 1 x 1 mm. A great specimen at a great price.

Spessartine Garnet Crystal Mineral Specimen
Nani, Loliondo, Arusha Region, Tanzania. A beautiful tangerine-orange Spessartine crystal from the new find at Loliondo, Tanzania. Amazing color. These specimens caused quite a stir when they first appeared at the 2008 Tucson show. We are offering them here now at very affordable prices. Size of largest Spessartine crystal - 27 x 27 x 27 mm. Don't miss your chance to own one of these very sought after specimens from this exciting new locality.

Spessartine Garnet with Smoky Quartz Mineral Specimen
Tongbei, China. Beautiful gemmy Spessartine garnet crystals with associated Smoky Quartz crystals from this renowned Chinese locality. Size of largest Spessartine crystal - 4 x 4 x 4 mm. Size of largest Smoky Quartz crystal - 9 x 3 x 3 mm.

Sphalerite Crystal Mineral Specimen
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee, USA. A large, well formed Sphalerite crystal from the famous (and now closed) Elmwood mine. Size of largest Sphalerite crystal - 33 x 30 x 25 mm. Don't miss your chance to get one of these specimens from this famous locality at a great price.

Sphalerite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee, USA. Well formed Sphalerite crystals from the famous (and now closed) Elmwood mine. Size of largest Sphalerite crystal - 19 x 17 x 10 mm. Don't miss your chance to get one of these specimens from this famous locality at a great price.

Sphalerite Crystals Mineral Specimen
El Potosi Mine, Santa Eulalia District, Chihuahua, Mexico. Deep black, lamellar growth Sphalerite crystals from Santa Eulalia, Mexico. This specimen was obtained from the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum. Size of overall specimen - 50 x 35 x 25 mm. A great specimen from a famous locality at a great price. Note: Specimen is mounted inside a large 2" perky box. Weigh and dimensions shown below include the weight and dimensions of the perky box.

Spodumene var. Kunzite Crystal Mineral Specimen
Pech, Nuristan, Afghanistan. This is a spectacular lavender/pink Kunzite crystal "log" from Afghanistan. They don't call these "logs" for no reason. It's a monster (over 6,200 carats). This specimen is huge. It is also almost entirely gemmy and facetable. The crystal is nicely striated on the prism faces and nicely terminated on one end. The base is not terminated. There is also a contacted area on the back near the termination. Museum quality and museum size.

Spodumene var. Kunzite Crystal Mineral Specimen
Pech, Nuristan, Afghanistan. This is a spectacular lavender/pink Kunzite crystal from Afghanistan. This is a twinned crystal. It weighs over 1,700 carats, and is also almost entirely gemmy and facetable. The crystal is nicely striated on the prism faces and terminated on both ends. One of the terminations is partially contacted. Overall, a most impressive display specimen.

Stannite Mineral Specimen
Yaogangxian Mine, Yizhang Co., Chenzhou Pref., Hunan Prov., China. Stannite crystals growing largely as hemispherical clusters. There are also several large individual Stannite crystals, as well. An excellent Stannite specimen from China. Size of largest Stannite crystal - 17 x 6 x 4 mm.

Stibnite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Wu Ling Antimony Mine, Jiangxi, China. A beautiful cluster of highly lustrous Stibnite crystals from this famous Chinese locality. A very impressive, aesthetic and showy specimen. Size of the largest Stibnite crystal - 150 x 10 x 5 mm. Most of the crystals are damage free and many are terminated.

Stibnite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Stibnite crystal sprays (growing in association with an unidentified dark mineral) from this classic locality, now closed. Size of largest Stibnite crystal - 18 x 3 x 2 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Stibnite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania . A very aesthetic "V shaped" Stibnite crystal spray from this classic locality, now closed. Size of largest Stibnite crystal - 28 x 2 x 1 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Stibnite Crystals on matrix Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Stibnite crystal sprays on matrix from this classic locality, now closed. This beautiful specimen is covered on both sides with Stibnite crystals. Size of largest Stibnite crystal - 12 x 1 x 1 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Stibnite Crystals on matrix Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Stibnite crystal sprays on matrix from this classic locality, now closed. Size of largest Stibnite crystal - 10 x 2 x 1 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Stibnite Crystals with Calcite Crystals and Siderite Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Stibnite crystal sprays growing with rhombohedral Calcite crystals coated with Siderite from this classic locality, now closed. Size of largest Stibnite crystal - 18 x 2 x 1 mm. Size of largest Calcite crystal - 15 x 11 x 9 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Stibnite on Calcite Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Steel-grey Stibnite crystal sprays on sparkling white stalactitic Calcite from this classic locality, now closed. Size of largest Stibnite crystal - 16 x 2 x 1 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Stibnite on Quartz Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Quartz crystals coated with, and sometimes included by, radiating Stibnite crystals from this classic locality. Some of the Quartz crystals are doubly terminated. Size of largest Stibnite crystal - 6 x 1 x 1 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 7 x 4 x 4 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Stibnite on Quartz Mineral Specimen
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania. Quartz crystals coated with, and sometimes included by, Stibnite from this classic locality. Some of the Quartz crystals are doubly terminated. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 12 x 3 x 3 mm. A classic and very attractive specimen.

Stilbite "Wheat Sheaf" Crystals Mineral Specimen
Nagar District, Maharashtra, India. A beautiful large, "wheat sheaf" Stilbite crystal cluster from Nagar, India. This specimen has a lustrous salmon pink color and is completely free from damage. A striking piece from a classic locality. The "wheat sheaf" measures 60 x 50 x 45 mm. The specimen comes mounted on a clear polished acrylic base (removable).

Stilbite with Laumontite and Prehnite Mineral Specimen
Paterson, New Jersey, USA. A interesting specimen consisting of numerous sheaf like, greenish-brown Stilbite crystals, hundreds of tiny green Prehnite balls, sprinkled with tiny white acicular Laumontite crystals. These crystals sit on a matrix bed of solid white acicular Laumontite. The specimen is from Paterson, NJ (quarry unknown, but probably New Street). Size of largest Stilbite crystal - 20 x 15 x 12 mm. Size of largest Laumontite crystal - 19 x 2 x 1 mm. Size of largest Prehnite cluster - 8 x 5 x 5 mm. New Jersey zeolites and associated minerals are becoming harder and harder to get each year. Get yours while the supply lasts.

Tetrahedrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Casapalca, Huarochiri Province, Lima Department, Peru. Spectacular Tetrahedrite crystals from this famous locality. These specimens are from old stock (1975) and are simply great. Size of largest Tetrahedrite crystal - 30 x 15 x 10 mm. Get them while they last. Most of the crystals on the main body of the piece are free from damage, Two have minor damage to the tip, which does not detract.

Tetrahedrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Casapalca, Huarochiri Province, Lima Department, Peru.
I call this specimen "The Alps".
One look at it and you can tell this is a world-class, museum quality piece. It weighs a whopping 9 pounds. It has huge Tetrahedrite crystals emanating from the top. It truly does look like a panorama of the Alps. And the specimen is solid Tetrahedrite. This specimen is from old stock (1975) and it's simply great. It is truly a spectacular example from this famous locality. Size of largest Tetrahedrite crystal - 40 x 35 x 30 mm. Get this one of a kind specimen before it's gone. Note: There is some minor damage to the tips of a few of the larger crystals (many of which have been rehealed). This does not detract from the overall presentation and aesthetics of the specimen.

Tetrahedrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Casapalca, Huarochiri Province, Lima Department, Peru. Spectacular Tetrahedrite crystals from this famous locality. These specimens are from old stock (1975) and are simply great. The crystals are large, undamaged and very aesthetic examples of the species and the locality. There is also minor associated Pyrite crystals on the piece. Size of largest Tetrahedrite crystal - 25 x 22 x 10 mm. Get them while they last.

Tetrahedrite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Casapalca, Huarochiri Province, Lima Department, Peru. Spectacular Tetrahedrite crystals from this famous locality. These specimens are from old stock (1975) and are simply great. The crystals are large, undamaged and very aesthetic examples of the species and the locality. There is also minor associated Quartz and Pyrite crystals on the piece. Size of largest Tetrahedrite crystal - 10 x 10 x 10 mm. Get them while they last.

Topaz Crystals with Microcline and Smoky Quartz - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A really interesting specimen consisting of several large, pale blue Topaz crystals with associated minor Microcline and Smoky Quartz from the famous Charlie Key Collection. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Size of largest Topaz crystal - 29 x 15 x 10 mm. Size of largest Microcline crystal - 10 x 6 x 4 mm. The largest Topaz crystal has a chip on one end and an internal fracture on the other. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get yours before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Topaz Crystals with Quartz - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A beautiful specimen consisting of several highly lustrous, transparent, pale amber Topaz crystals growing with associated flattened Quartz crystals from the famous Charlie Key Collection. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. Size of largest Topaz crystal - 14 x 13 x 11 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 23 x 19 x 5 mm. The largest Topaz crystal has two very small chips on one edge. All have some internal fracturing, common for the species. Otherwise, no damage to the crystal faces or edges on any of the crystals on the main body of the specimen. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get yours before they are gone. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Topaz Crystals with Quartz Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A nice specimen consisting of a large translucent Topaz crystal with several Quartz crystals from the famous Charlie Key Collection. This specimen is from the Erongo Mountains in Namibia. The largest Quartz crystal is missing its termination and one face of the Topaz crystal is damaged. Another face shows exsolution / etching. Size of largest Topaz crystal - 22 x 22 x 14 mm. Size of largest Quartz crystal - 20 x 12 x 12 mm. A unique specimen, from a world-famous locality, from the equally famous Charlie Key Collection. Note: Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable).

Topaz Crystals with Schorl Tourmaline Crystals - ex Charlie Key Collection
Erongo Mountains, Namibia. A really interesting specimen consisting of numerous large, pale green Topaz crystals with jet black Schorl crystals from the Erongo Mountains from the famous Charlie Key Collection. Size of largest Topaz crystal - 20 x 18 x 15 mm. Size of largest Schorl crystal - 8 x 2 x 2 mm. Most of the Topaz crystals are terminated with no damage. A world-class specimen from a famous collector. Get one before they are gone. Specimen is mounted on a clear square acrylic base (removable)

Turquoise after Fluorapatite Mineral Specimen
Nacozari, Sonora, Mexico. An amazing pseudomorph of Turquoise after Fluorapatite from the 2007 find at Nacozari. You can still see the outline of the morphology of the original Fluorapatite crystal. It was one single crystal. This specimen is now solid Turquoise. Note: The specimen is mounted on a frosted acrylic base. Weight includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Turquoise after Fluorapatite Mineral Specimen
Nacozari, Sonora, Mexico. An amazing pseudomorph of Turquoise after Fluorapatite from the 2007 find at Nacozari. You can still see the outline of the morphology of the original Fluorapatite crystal. It was one single large crystal. This specimen is now solid Turquoise.

Turquoise after Fluorapatite Mineral Specimen
Nacozari, Sonora, Mexico. An amazing pseudomorph of Turquoise after Fluorapatite from the 2007 find at Nacozari. You can still see the outline of the morphology of the original Fluorapatite crystals. There was one very large crystal, with a smaller crystal growing from its base. This specimen is now solid Turquoise.

Turquoise after Fluorapatite Mineral Specimen
Nacozari, Sonora, Mexico. An amazing pseudomorph of Turquoise after Fluorapatite from the 2007 find at Nacozari. You can still see the outline of the morphology of the original Fluorapatite crystal. It was one single crystal. This specimen is now solid Turquoise. Note: The specimen is mounted on a frosted acrylic base. Weight includes the weight of the acrylic base.

Vanadinite Mineral Specimen
Apache (Defiance) Mine, Globe, Gila County, Arizona, USA. Beautiful blood-red Vanadinite crystals from this famous locality. Excellent micromount potential. Size of largest Vanadinite crystal - 2 x 2 x 2 mm.

Vanadinite Mineral Specimen
North Geronimo Mine, La Paz County, Arizona, USA. Brilliant blood-red Vanadinite crystals from this famous locality. Great color. Size of largest Vanadinite crystal - 2 x 2 x2 mm.

Vanadinite Mineral Specimen
North Geronimo Mine, La Paz County, Arizona, USA. Brilliant blood-red Vanadinite crystals from this famous locality. Great color. Size of largest Vanadinite crystal - 2 x 2 x 1 mm.

Vanadinite Mineral Specimen
Apache (Defiance) Mine, Globe, Gila County, Arizona, USA. Beautiful blood-red Vanadinite crystals from this famous locality. Excellent micromount potential. Size of largest Vanadinite crystal - 2 x 2 x 2 mm.

Vanadinite on Barite Mineral Specimen
Mibladen, Midelt, Khenifra Province, Morocco. Beautiful blood-red Vanadinite crystals perched on a bed of bladed white Barite from this classic locality. Great contrast. Size of largest Vanadinite crystal - 5 x 5 x 3 mm.

Wulfenite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Total Wreck Mine, Pima Co., Arizona, USA. Beautiful yellow/orange tabular Wulfenite crystals from this historic locality. Collected by Jim Ricker/Aaron Bankes. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 8 x 6 x 1 mm.

Wulfenite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Level 6, San Juan Poniente Vein, Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Bright yellow Wulfenite crystals from the Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Mexico. These specimens show excellent color and form. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 8 x 2 x 2 mm. A beautiful specimen, from a world famous locality, at a great price.

Wulfenite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Total Wreck Mine, Pima Co., Arizona, USA. Beautiful yellow/orange tabular Wulfenite crystals with associated minor Mimetite from this historic locality. Collected by Jim Ricker/Aaron Bankes. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 7 x 7 x 1 mm.

Wulfenite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Level 6, San Juan Poniente Vein, Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Bright yellow Wulfenite crystals from the Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Mexico. These specimens show excellent color and form. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 8 x 4 x 3 mm. A beautiful specimen, from a world famous locality, at a great price.

Wulfenite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Total Wreck Mine, Pima Co., Arizona, USA. Beautiful yellow/orange tabular Wulfenite crystals with associated minor Mimetite from this historic locality. Collected by Jim Ricker/Aaron Bankes. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 5 x 4 x 1 mm.

Wulfenite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Total Wreck Mine, Pima Co., Arizona, USA. Beautiful yellow/orange tabular Wulfenite crystals with associated minor Mimetite from this historic locality. Collected by Jim Ricker/Aaron Bankes. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 4 x 4 x 1 mm.

Wulfenite Crystals Mineral Specimen
Total Wreck Mine, Pima Co., Arizona, USA. Beautiful yellow/orange tabular Wulfenite crystals with associated minor Mimetite from this historic locality. Collected by Jim Ricker/Aaron Bankes. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 7 x 7 x 1 mm. Note: This specimen consists of mainly of bladed intergrown crystals. Few crystals are complete.

Wulfenite Crystals - Red Cloud. Mineral Specimen
Red Cloud Mine, Silver District, Trigo Mountains, La Paz County, Arizona. Brilliant orange Wulfenite crystals from the famous Red Cloud Mine. This specimen features two large, undamaged crystals of the clarity and color which have made the Red Cloud famous. This famous locality has been closed for some time. Red Cloud Wulfenite is one of the most sought after localities for the species. These specimens are from Collectors Edge, from their specimen mining project at the Red Cloud. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 8 x 7 x 2 mm. Don't miss your chance to own one of these classics, as these specimens are almost impossible to obtain at a good price.

Wulfenite Crystals - Red Cloud. Mineral Specimen
Red Cloud Mine, Silver District, Trigo Mountains, La Paz County, Arizona. A brilliant orange Wulfenite crystal on dark grey bladed Barite from the famous Red Cloud Mine. This specimen features a single, perfect Wulfenite crystals sitting on a bed of nicely contrasting bladed Barite crystals. It is simply excellent in every way. This famous locality has been closed for some time. Red Cloud Wulfenite is one of the most sought after localities for the species. These specimens are from Collectors Edge, from their specimen mining project at the Red Cloud. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 7 x7 x 1 mm. Don't miss your chance to own one of these classics, as these specimens are almost impossible to obtain at a good price.

Wulfenite Crystals with Chalcedony and Hemimorphite Mineral Specimen
Finch (Barking Spider) Mine, Hayden, Gila Co., Arizona, USA. Wulfenite crystals on Hemimorphite, all coated with light blue Chalcedony from this unique locality. The Finch Mine is also known as the Barking Spider Mine. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 7 x 5 x 2 mm.

Wulfenite Crystals with Mimetite Mineral Specimen
Mina Ojuela (Campana Lugar), Mapimi, Durango, Mexico. Stunning, butterscotch colored Wulfenite crystals with minor bright green Mimetite spherules from the 2007 find at Mapimi. The Wulfenite crystals show nicely curved faces making for a very showy specimen. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 5 x 5 x 4 mm. Size of largest Mimetite sphere - 1 x 1 x 1 mm. A classic specimen from a classic locality.

Wulfenite Crystals with Mimetite Mineral Specimen
Rowley Mine, Maricopa Co., Arizona, USA. Beautiful yellow/orange Wulfenites with associated minor Mimetite on Barite from this famous locality. The Mimetite is in radiating druses on the white Barite matrix. A very attractive specimen with lots of crystals. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 8 x 5 x 2 mm.

Wulfenite Crystals with Mimetite Mineral Specimen
Rowley Mine, Maricopa Co., Arizona, USA. Beautiful yellow/orange Wulfenites with associated Mimetite on Barite from this famous locality. The Mimetite is in radiating druses on the white Barite matrix. Very attractive specimen. Size of largest Wulfenite crystal - 7 x 5 x 1 mm.