Crystals & Minerals

This is a natural cluster formation of large calcite crystals with hematite inclusions. This piece has some white color to translucent crystals with areas of orange/red coloring from hematite inclusions, with sharp tabular crystal formations. There are some nicks and imperfections on a few crystals but would still shine in the proper setup.  They don't take away from how interesting this piece is.  Would be a nice addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite with Hematite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 95x81x45 mm / 3.7x3.2x1.8 inches 
Weight: 267.8 Grams / 9.4 oz 
Origin: Mined in Lane Quarry, Westfield, Hampden Co., Massachusetts, USA

This is a natural cluster formation of calcite on calcite crystals or two variations of the mineral found in a cracked concretion in a coal mine in Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, Iowa, USA.

It is a specimen consisting of two types of calcite on matrix. The first type is a coating of iridescent, dark calcite on the matrix. The second type are white crystals of calcite.   It is in good condition.  Would be a nice addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite on Calcite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  65x47x32 mm / 2.6x1.8x1.3 inches
Weight: 64 Grams / 2.2 oz 
Origin: Mined in Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, Iowa, USA

This is a beautiful combination of Calcite and Stilbite on Apophyllite crystal cluster.

Calcite is found throughout the world in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks. Some geologists consider it to be a "ubiquitous mineral" - one that is found everywhere. Calcite is the principal constituent of limestone and marble. Stilbite is perhaps the most popular zeolite mineral for collectors. Stilbite is a handsome specimen with its pearly luster and sometimes colorful pink tints.  Apophyllite is transparent to translucent and is commonly found in colorless or white varieties, although it can also occur in shades of green, pink, yellow, or brown.

This nice crystal specimen would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite, Stilbite and Apophyllite cluster 
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  62x59x46 mm / 2.4x2.3x1.8 inches
Weight: 185 grams / 6.5 ounces 
Origin: Mined in Jalgaon, India

This is a natural cluster formation of large calcite crystals with hematite inclusions. This piece has some white color to translucent crystals with areas of orange/red coloring from hematite inclusions, with sharp tabular crystal formations. There are some nicks and imperfections on a few crystals but would still shine in the proper setup.  They don't take away from how interesting this piece is.  Would be a nice addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite with Hematite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 56x51x29 mm / 2.2x2.0x1.1 inches 
Weight: 58 Grams / 2.0 oz 
Origin: Mined in Lane Quarry, Westfield, Hampden Co., Massachusetts, USA

This is a natural cluster formation of large calcite crystals with hematite inclusions. This piece has some white color to translucent crystals with areas of orange/red coloring from hematite inclusions, with sharp tabular crystal formations. There are some nicks and imperfections on a few crystals but would still shine in the proper setup.  Those don't take away from how interesting this piece is.  Would be a nice addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite with Hematite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 45x47x49 mm / 1.8x1.8x1.9 inches
Weight:  66.8 Grams / 2.3 oz
Origin: Mined in Lane Quarry Westfield, Hampden Co., Massachusetts, USA

This is a natural cluster formation of calcite on calcite crystals or two variations of the mineral found in a cracked concretion in a coal mine in Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, Iowa, USA.

It is a specimen consisting of two types of calcite on matrix. The first type is a coating of iridescent, dark calcite on the matrix. The second type are white crystals of calcite.   It is in good condition.  Would be a nice addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite on Calcite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 63x43x20 mm / 2.5x1.7x0.8 inches
Weight: 55.52 Grams / 1.9 oz
Origin: Mined in Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, Iowa, USA

The colorful apatite crystals are visible throughout this calcite vein with multiple small crystal being terminated. It has a nice luster and lovely colored hues with apatite in green, greenish blue and rare grey white. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite vein with green, greenish blue and rare grey white Apatite crystal
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 110x73x79 mm / 4.3x2.9x3.1 inches
Weight:  662 Gr / 1 lbs 7 oz
Origin: Eastern Ontario, Canada

Here's a beautiful 6 sided Fluorapatite crystal from the Otter Lake Diggings, Yates Mine in Quebec, Canada. The apatite from Otter Lake is world famous for classic crystal shape and sharp crystals.  It has a nice luster and lovely colored hues. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Red/Green Fluorapatite crystal
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 88x73x55 mm / 3.5x2.9x2.2 inches
Weight: 584 Grams / 1 Lb 4 oz
Origin: Yates Mine, the famous Western Quebec Location Otter Lake area, Canada

This is a complete black Sphene (or Titanite) crystal in matrix of green Diopside and white Calcite from Bancroft, Ontario.  The Sphene crystal is 12 mm/0.5 inches across. This is an outstanding crystal and it is in very good condition.

Product Name: Titanite Crystal in Green Diopside matrix with Calcite
Specimen Size:  Cabinet Sized
Dimensions:   75x64x65 mm / 2.9x2.5x2.6 inches
Weight:  454 Grams / 16 Ounces
Origin: Bancroft, Ontario, Canada

This is a natural cluster formation of large calcite crystals with hematite inclusions. This piece has some white color to translucent crystals with areas of orange/red coloring from hematite inclusions, with sharp tabular crystal formations. There are some nicks and imperfections on a few crystals but would still shine in the proper setup.  They don't take away from how interesting this piece is.  Would be a nice addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite with Hematite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 59x38x39 mm / 2.3x1.5x1.5 inches
Weight:  62.2 Grams / 2.2 oz
Origin: Mined in Lane Quarry Westfield, Hampden Co., Massachusetts, USA

This is a beautiful Spinel crystal in marble host from Myanmar (Burma).  Spinel comes in a variety of colors, including red, pink, blue, purple, orange, and black. It is often mistaken for other gemstones due to its resemblance to rubies and sapphires, especially red spinel, which historically has been confused with ruby.

Spinel is found in various regions around the world, including Myanmar (formerly Burma), Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Madagascar, Vietnam, and Afghanistan. Myanmar, in particular, is known for producing some of the finest red spinel gemstones.

Spinel is associated with vitality, rejuvenation, and inspiration. It is believed to promote energy, strength, and positive transformation.

Name:  Spinel Crystal In Host (marble matrix)
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  47x34x24 mm / 2.3x1.3x0.9 inches
Weight:  59 grams / 2.1 ounces / 294.8 ct
Origin: Mogok, Myanmar (Burma)