Crystals & Minerals

It is believed that Black Tourmaline, also called schorl, can be used to repel negativity.  It is said to enhance ones physical well being by providing an increase in physical vitality, emotional stability, and intellectual acuity. It is associated with the root chakra.

Product Name: Schorl Tourmaline Point Crystal
Specimen Size:  Cabinet Sized
Dimensions:  76x75x63 mm / 3x3x2.5 inches
Weight:  410.9 Grams /  14.5 Ounces
Origin: Pakistan

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: 52x41x41 mm / 2x1.6x1.6 inches
Weight: 58.3 Grams / 2.1 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.  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: 46x29x34 mm / 1.8x1.1x1.3 inches
Weight: 38 Grams / 1.3 oz
Origin: Mined in Lane Quarry, Westfield, Hampden Co., Massachusetts, USA

This is a specimen of Star Mica or Muscovite and Quartz cluster.  These clusters show crystals that grow in sheets or book formations.  It is silvery gold with good transparency when held up to the light.  The name Muscovite comes from the term Muscovy Glass which was a name for the thick sheets of Mica used as a substitute for glass Russia. The name Mica is derived from the Greek word that means to split.

On this nice specimen, the matrix faces are covered with beautiful golden yellow point stars of muscovite mica, a typical shape for this rare mica formation. The stars are the result of twinning; the points show a bit of wear but this does not detract from the beauty of such a piece.

Name: Star Mica - Muscovite with Quartz  
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized  
Dimensions:  48x34x32 mm / 1.9x1.3x1.2 inches  
Weight:  55.8 Grams / 2 ounces    
Origin: Mined in Minas Gerais, Brazil  

Tourmaline is known for its wide range of colors, including black, brown, green, pink, red, blue, and multicolored varieties. The presence of different mineral elements contributes to this diverse color palette.

This superb specimen is from the mines in Africa. It is a lovely pink and is crystallized and partially gemmy.

Product Type: Tourmaline
Specimen Size: Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  46x40x29 mm / 1.8x1.6x1.1 inches
Weight:  53.6 Grams / 1.9 ounces  (267.9 Ct.)
Origin: Africa

Himalayan Quartz refers to quartz crystals originating from the Himalayan mountain range, a region with complex geological activity. These crystals, found in various formations and sizes, exhibit clear to milky white coloration and may contain unique inclusions. The mining of Himalayan Quartz involves extracting crystals from the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas, often requiring careful and manual extraction methods due to the challenging terrain.

Believed by some to possess powerful energy, Himalayan Quartz is associated with enhancing meditation, promoting clarity, and balancing energy centers. Its association with the pristine Himalayan environment adds to its metaphysical significance.

Name: Himalayan Quartz
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:   89x63x82 mm / 3.5x2.5x3.25 inches
Weight: 300 grams / 10.6 oz
Origin: Mined in Basher Mines, Kullu Valley

This is a very nice specimen combining large white Stilbite and clear Apophyllite crystals on a Quartz druze.

Stilbite is a zeolite mineral appreciated for its delicate crystal formations and pastel hues, ranging from colorless to white, yellow, pink, and peach.  It forms distinctive tabular crystals with a bowtie or butterfly shape and exhibits a vitreous to pearly luster. Commonly found in cavities in volcanic rocks, stilbite is associated with other zeolite minerals. It is valued for its aesthetic appeal and is believed by some to have calming energy, supporting spiritual growth and emotional healing.

One of the distinguishing features of apophyllite is its ability to form well-defined crystals with a pyramid-like shape. These crystals often exhibit a prismatic or pseudo-cubic habit and have a vitreous luster. 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.

Name: Apophyllite, Stilbite and Quartz Crystals
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:   89x63x57 mm / 3.5x2.5x2.25 inches
Weight: 270 Grams / 9.5 Ounces
Details: Mined in Jalgaon, India

This is a beautiful amethyst geode that has been polished on 4 sides.  It is super bright and shows complete crystals.  Will stand on a table displaying all its beauty.

Amethyst is believed to enhance spiritual awareness, ward off negative energies, promote balance and relaxation, and improve intuitive and psychic abilities. Amethyst is also thought to enhance mental clarity and focus.

Name: Polished Amethyst Crystal Partial Geode  
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized  
Dimensions:  165x88x61mm / 6.5x3.4x2.4 inches  
Weight: 1.24 kg / 2 lb 12 ounces  
Origin: Mined in Brazil  

Gyrolite often forms nodular aggregates that can appear glassy, dull or even fibrous. The aggregate nodules often accompany many fine and rare minerals such as Apophyllite and Okenite plus many of the Zeolites. Looks very nice on blue green Prehnite! Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Gyrolite and Apophyllite on Prehnite
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  171x101x95  mm / 6.75x4x3.75 inches
Weight: 1.03 KG / 2 Lbs 4 Ounces
Origin:  Mumbai, India

This Diopside on matrix from East Tyrolia, Austria displays its excellent prismatic crystals which are considered  world class for this species.  Coming in light to dark green, blue, brown, colorless, snow white, grey to pale violet, it always shows quite well in any collection.

Name: Diopside (on matrix)
Specimen Size: Cabinet Sized
Dimensions: 73x63x49 mm / 2.9x2.5x1.9
Weight: 258.7 grams / 9.1 ounces
Origin: Maurer Valley, East Tyrolia, Austria

Product Type: Smoky Quartz
Approx Weight :  23 grams / 0.8 ounces / 114.5 Ct
Size: 60x20 mm / 2.4x0.8 inches
Shape: Wand
Color: Smoky
Clarity:  Translucent
Origin:  Mount Malosa, Zomba, Malawi

Quartz is a power gemstone that harmonizes and balances. It enhances energy and thoughts as well as purifying the spiritual, mental and physical. 

Name: Fluor-Richterite on Calcite Matrix

Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized

Dimensions:  31x34x11 mm / 1.2x1.3x0.4 inches

Weight:  10.2 grams / 0.4 ounces

Origin: Mined in Wilberforce, Ontario, Canada

Nestled in a matrix of ivory colored calcite, are several crystals of Fluor-Richterite.  Fluor-Richterite is a rare mineral found only in the Wilberforce area in a skarn formation from the intrusion of magma into limestone with various impurities.  Would be a nice addition to any new or existing collection.