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Howlite was discovered near Windsor, Nova Scotia in 1868 and named after Henry How, a Canadian chemist, geologist, and mineralogist.  It often forms in nodules which resemble cauliflower heads. The nodules are opaque, white with gray or black veins, often showing web-like pattern.   Dyed Blue Howlite is used as a turquoise substitute and is sometimes marketed as turquenite.

Howlite is said to be an extremely calming stone, which may help prevent insomnia.  It is also said that Howlite teaches patience and helps to eliminate anger and strengthens positive character traits.  Blue Howlite specifically, is said to aid in recalling dreams and accessing their insights.

Name: Howlite Sphere
Dimensions: 30 mm / 1.2 inches diameter
Weight: 30.8 grams / 1.1 ounces
Origin:  China

Howlite was discovered near Windsor, Nova Scotia in 1868 and named after Henry How, a Canadian chemist, geologist, and mineralogist.  It often forms in nodules which resemble cauliflower heads. The nodules are opaque, white with gray or black veins, often showing web-like pattern.   Dyed Blue Howlite is used as a turquoise substitute and is sometimes marketed as turquenite.

Howlite is said to be an extremely calming stone, which may help prevent insomnia.  It is also said that Howlite teaches patience and helps to eliminate anger and strengthens positive character traits.  Blue Howlite specifically, is said to aid in recalling dreams and accessing their insights.

Name: Howlite Sphere
Dimensions: 30 mm / 1.2 inches diameter
Weight: 31.7 grams / 1.1 ounces
Origin:  China

This is a great looking Tagounite 018 L4 classified meteorite part slice with some nice crust.  It weighs 2.72 grams and measures 32x17x2 mm. This meteorite was found in the Sahara Desert in 1999 and has a total recovered weight recorded as a very low 12 kilograms.  Shock stage and Weathering grade are not recorded.  A very good cut, ground and polished slice. A great piece with big chondrules in a mottled brown matrix.

As reported by IMCA, these specimens are not in the meteorite bulletin as they are labeled.  This means that the provisional name or the field name was not used as was assumed at the time of labeling.  So the only information for the specimen is as provided by Mark Bostick.

This interesting specimen comes in a protective case with a signed Mark Bostick Collection and a Canagem Collection specimen card. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Product Type: Ruby
Approx Weight (per piece): 15.2ct
Size: 15.6x12mm
Shape: Oval Cut
Color: Red
Clarity:  Included
Origin:  Madagascar

This is a great looking Bereba classified meteorite specimen weighing .19 gram.  A single stone weighing 18 kilograms was observed falling on June 27, 1924 at 3:30pm in Burkina Faso  This Eucrite-mmict classified meteorite and is 1 of only 304 approved meteorites classified as such. This is a very difficult fall to acquire.

It is recognized as a monomict breccia, providing significant insight into the geological history of the asteroid 4 Vesta, from which it is believed to originate.

This piece is a very desirable type of material and a great specimen all around. The specimen comes in a protective display case. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card plus one from origin.

This meteorite came from the Elbert King meteorite collection. Labeled as "UNDOCUMENTED" and side noted, "#2". The stone was first recognized as a meteorite by KSU geologist Doug Brookins at the university in Manhattan, Kansas.

The meteorite was "discovered" on the desk of a university secretary where it was being used as a paper weight. A fitting job for any meteorite. The original find date is unknown. Elbert King acquired the aerolite from Brookins in a trade. It was unclassified and part of the King collection at the time of his death. A single stone, 301 grams, is all that is known of this find.

The Kansas Meteorite Society acquired it in 2004 and sent 26 grams to UCLA were it was classified by Alan Rubin in October of that year. The meteorite is a stone chondrite H4, W3, S1. Officially named the "Kansas State University" Meteorite in February 2005.

This piece is part of Kansas history and a special specimen of great importance for the collector of interesting material. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Mark Bostick Collection and a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Here we have for you an amazing 3.51 grams Irghizite Tektite from the Zhamanshi Crater in Kazakhstan. Its Dimensions are 21x10x14 mm.  These specimen were first found in 2003 and dates back 900,000 ± 100,000 years.

Unlike other Tektites which can be found hundreds of miles from their point of origin, this is found in and around the crater formed by the impacting body.  In this case it is speculated to be of cometary origin due to analysis of the elements contained within the Irghizites and other impactite found in the crater which are called Zhamanshinite.

This piece displays well and is a great size showing multiple characteristics of its origin.  Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Here we have for you an amazing 0.36 grams premium shaped Irghizite Tektite from the Zhamanshi Crater in Kazakhstan. Its dimensions are 20x8x5 mm.  These specimen were first found in 2003 and date back 900,000 ± 100,000 years.

This stretched and twisted Irghizite is typical of this material. Unlike other Tektites which can be found hundreds of miles from their point of origin, this is found in and around the crater formed by the impacting body.  In this case it is speculated to be of cometary origin due to analysis of the elements contained within the Irghizites and other impactite found in the crater which are called Zhamanshinite.

This piece displays very well and is a very nice size showing multiple characteristics of its origin.  Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes in a small specimen box and with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Discover a piece of history with our Fossil Carcharhinus Gray Shark Teeth. These shark teeth are believed to be from the Carcharhinus species, dating back to the Miocene to Early Pliocene period, approximately ~23 to 5 million years ago. Sourced from the Peace River,  Venice Beach Florida, these teeth are approximately .5 to 1 inch in size. Perfect for collectors or those interested in prehistoric relics.

The Carcharinus Genera - or the Gray Sharks are a genus of requiem sharks with over 30 extant species. They are very common and found virtually all over the globe. They feed on a variety of prey, from bony fish, other sharks and rays, and squid.

You will receive 1 of the shark teeth pictured.

Fossil Type:  Gray Shark Teeth
Species: Carcharhinus 
Age: Miocene to Early Pliocene (~23 - 5 million years)
Location: Peace River, Venice Beach, Florida USA
Size: Approximately  .5 to 1 "

The smoky-brown color of this beautiful calcite cluster is a result of trace impurities or microscopic inclusions incorporated during crystal growth. Iron, manganese, or tiny mineral inclusions can impart shades ranging from pale champagne to deep smoky brown. 

Donghai Mine, Jiangsu Province, China, is located within the Sulu ultrahigh-pressure metamorphic belt, one of the world's most geologically significant regions. Formed during the collision of two ancient continental plates hundreds of millions of years ago, the area contains rocks that were buried deep within the Earth before being uplifted to the surface. Later hydrothermal activity deposited mineral-rich veins throughout the region, creating exceptional crystals of quartz, fluorite, calcite, and other minerals.

Today, Donghai is internationally recognized as one of China's premier mineral-producing districts. In addition to quartz, the district is well known for its beautifully crystallized fluorite and calcite, valued for their vibrant colors, transparency, and excellent crystal form. Specimens from Donghai are prized not only for their beauty but also for the remarkable geological history they represent.

Name:  Smoky Calcite Cluster 
Specimen Size:   Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  235x150x100 mm / 9.3x5.9x3.9 inches 
Weight:  1.885 Kg / 4.15 pounds
Location:   Donghai Mine Jiangsu Province, China