Crystals & Minerals

An olivine volcanic bomb is a type of volcanic rock that contains olivine crystals and has been ejected during a volcanic eruption. Olivine is a mineral that is commonly found in the Earth's mantle and is one of the first minerals to crystallize as magma cools.

Volcanic bombs are large clots of lava that are ejected from a volcano during an explosive eruption. They can vary in size, and their shapes are often streamlined due to their molten nature as they are thrown through the air. When these volcanic bombs contain olivine crystals, they are referred to as olivine volcanic bombs.

This piece has been cut to showcase the beautiful green olivine crystals.  It would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card. 

Name: Olivine Volcanic Bomb  
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized  
Dimensions: 60x29x22 mm / 2.4x1.1x0.9 Inches  
Weight:  38.4 Grams / 1.3 Ounce  
Details: Volcanic activity Mortlake, Victoria, Australia  

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 often associated with other zeolite minerals. 

Stilbite is believed to have calming energy, supporting spiritual growth and emotional healing.

Name: Stilbite Crystal
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 46x27x23 mm / 1.8x1.1x0.9 inches 
Weight: 17 Grams / 0.6 Ounces 
Origin: Mined in India

Rare large group of small yellow-gold crystals of wulfenite on matrix from Old Yuma Mine, Arizona. The top of the specimen is coated with small sharp crystals of wulfenite and the bottom has hundreds of small spheres. The specimen is in very good condition and is a very colorful and really beautiful specimen. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Wulfenite 
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  68x48x27 mm / 2.7x1.9x1.1 inches
Weight: 114 Grams / 4 ounces 
Origin: Mined in Old Yuma Mine, Tucson Mountain District Saguaro National Park, Amole Mining District, Tucson Mountains, Pima County, Arizona, USA

Tourmaline forms beautiful crystals and it can be quite striking and colorful. The Santa Rosa Mine in Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Brazil is known for producing some of the world's finest tourmaline crystals.  This interesting pink crystal cluster would be a great addition to any new or existing collection.

Name:  Tourmaline
Specimen Size:  Thumbnail-Sized  
Dimensions:   Specimen & Box 33x33 mm / 1.3x1.3 inches  
Weight:  12.5 Grams / 0.4 Ounces (including box)  
Origin: Mined in Santa Rosa mine, Minas Gerais, Brazil

This is a rare specimen of the brown Cyrtolite variety of Zircon crystals mined at MacDonald Mine, Hastings County, Ontario, Canada. This is a large mass of Cyrtolite. The mine deposit is remarkable for the presence of a variety of rare-element minerals, some of them recorded for the first time. Its content of such minerals makes this deposit one of the most remarkable pegmatites, mineralogically, yet discovered in Canada.  The specimen is in great condition.

Name: Cyrtolite (Zircon) Crystals
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  65x47x29   mm / 2.6x1.8x1.1 inches
Weight:  125 Grams / 4.4 Ounces
Origin: Mined in MacDonald Mine, Monteagle Township, Hastings Highlands Municipality, Hastings County, Ontario, Canada

An olivine volcanic bomb is a type of volcanic rock that contains olivine crystals and has been ejected during a volcanic eruption. Olivine is a mineral that is commonly found in the Earth's mantle and is one of the first minerals to crystallize as magma cools.

Volcanic bombs are large clots of lava that are ejected from a volcano during an explosive eruption. They can vary in size, and their shapes are often streamlined due to their molten nature as they are thrown through the air. When these volcanic bombs contain olivine crystals, they are referred to as olivine volcanic bombs.

This beautiful slice is completely surrounded by a lava crust and has been polished on both sides. 

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Name: Olivine Volcanic Bomb
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized  
Dimensions: 62x40x19 mm / 2.4x1.6x0.7 Inches  
Weight:  48.3 Grams / 1.7 Ounces  
Details: Volcanic activity Mortlake, Victoria, Australia  

This beautiful cluster combines tetrahedrite, cubic and crystallized pyrite matrix and tiny terminated quartz crystals. 

Tetrahedrite crystals are fascinating minerals known for their distinctive tetrahedral shape and shiny, metallic luster.  It typically forms in well-defined tetrahedral crystals, which can be grouped in clusters.  The color range includes shades of metallic gray, black, and sometimes reddish hues due to the presence of copper and other trace elements. Tetrahedrite is commonly found in hydrothermal veins and is often associated with other minerals such as quartz, galena, and sphalerite.

Tetrahedrite is believed to promote emotional healing and provide a protective shield against negativity. It is thought to enhance creativity and clarity, helping individuals connect with their inner selves.

This top specimen is in very good condition. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Tetrahedrite, Pyrite and Quartz Crystal Cluster 
Specimen Size:   Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  114x93x60 mm / 4.5x3.7x2.4 inches
Weight: 904 Grams / 1 lb 15.9 oz 
Origin: Mined in Peru

Blood red cinnabar crystals on crystallized colorless dolomite. This cinnabar is a classic specimen. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Cinnabar
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 38x31x17 mm / 1.5x1.2x0.7 inches
Weight: 16.4 grams / 0.6 ounces
Origin: Gong Kuan Mine, Tongren, Guizhou Provence, China

This is a specimen of Natrolite crystals from world famous site Mont Saint-Hilaire, Quebec.  This cluster of tan coloured Natrolite crystals is in very good condition.  Make this a special specimen in your collection. 

Name: Natrolite cluster
Specimen Size:  Miniature -Sized
Dimensions: 46x39x27 mm / 1.8x1.5x1.1 inches
Weight: 22.72 Grams / 0.8 ounces
Origin: Mont Saint-Hilaire, Quebec, Canada

This specimen features beautiful brown Phlogopite crystals on matrix, from the Earl's Farm, Wilberforce, Ontario, Canada. 

Phlogopite is a fascinating mineral belonging to the mica group, recognized for its distinctive layered structure and glossy appearance. Its color typically ranges from light brown to dark brown, and it can sometimes display a golden hue. Phlogopite is notable for its excellent cleavage, allowing it to be split into thin, flexible sheets, much like other mica varieties.

Phlogopite is typically found in metamorphic rocks, especially in areas where there has been significant heat and pressure, such as around granite intrusions. It is commonly located in places like Madagascar, Russia, and parts of North America, often forming alongside other minerals, such as biotite and garnet.

Phlogopite is believed to promote inner strength and self-confidence. It is often associated with grounding energy, helping individuals remain centered and calm amid chaos.

Name:  Phlogopite on Matrix
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized  
Dimensions:  51x42x23  mm / 2.0x1.6x0.9 inches  
Weight:  42.6 Grams / 1.5 Ounces  
Origin:  Earl's Farm, Wilberforce, Ontario, Canada  

This is an incredibly beautiful and flashy piece of Canadian Labradorite.  Labradorite is an unusual mineral. It can display a beautiful iridescent play of colors, caused by internal fractures in the mineral that reflect light back and forth, dispersing it into different colors. This effect, known as labradorescence, gives Labradorite its appeal and fame.

Product Type: Labradorite
Specimen Size: Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 52x31x20 mm / 2.0x1.2x0.8 inches
Weight: 39.6 grams / 1.4 ounces
Origin: Quebec, Canada

Orpiment is known for its strikingly bright yellow color, though it can also be bright orange or lustrous brown. The name Orpiment is derived from the Latin Auripigmentum, meaning gold pigment, in reference to its color and historical use as a golden-yellow pigment. Orpiment is often associated with bright red Realgar, and may form in strikingly colored and unique mineral combinations.

Orpiment is a photosensitive mineral and will eventually dull and develop a white powdery film upon prolonged exposure to light. Due to the instability of Orpiment, specimens should be stored enclosed and covered to prevent their exposure to light. Occasional exposure to look at a specimen will not cause damage; only prolonged or repeated exposure will cause deterioration.

Orpiment contains a significant amount of poisonous arsenic, and is itself somewhat toxic. Washing hands is recommended after handling Orpiment specimens, especially if powdery.

This is a quality specimen that would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing rock collection.

Name:  Orpiment and Realgar
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  52x38x27 mm / 2.0x1.5x1.1 inches
Weight: 56.96 grams / 2.0 oz 
Origin:   Mined in Betze Post Pit, Carlin Trend, Ucaura Mountains, Elko Co., Nevada USA