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This is a 20.0tcw lot of beautiful natural purple-yellow bi-color Ametrine from Bolivia.  There are 6 unheated and untreated pieces that range in size from approximately 8x6 - 12x11 mm.  This is the exact lot that you will receive.  

Ametrine is a gemstone that is a combination of amethyst and citrine, which are both varieties of quartz. It displays a beautiful blend of purple and yellow colors due to the presence of iron impurities. The name "ametrine" is derived from the combination of "amethyst" and "citrine."  Ametrine is relatively rare compared to other gemstones and is mainly found in Bolivia, although it can also be found in smaller quantities in Brazil, Uruguay, and India.

Ametrine combines the calming and spiritual properties of amethyst with the energizing and uplifting qualities of citrine. This combination is thought to promote balance, harmony, and mental clarity. Ametrine is also associated with creativity, confidence, and overall well-being.

You will receive the exact matching ammonite halves pictured here.  They measure 38x30mm.

This is a perfectly fossilized and highly polished natural Ammonite from Morocco, which is perfect for gift giving to a new fossil collector. Ammonites are perhaps the most widely known fossil, possessing the typically ribbed spiral-form shell. These creatures lived in the seas between 240 - 65 million years ago, when they became extinct along with the dinosaurs. They belong to a group of predators known as cephalopods, which includes their living relatives the octopus, squid, cuttlefish and nautilus. It is probably going to be one of the rarest collection item you'll ever own. These are perfect if you make jewelry and similar crafts or as a fossil collection item.  

This a lovely pair of fossilized, and highly polished natural Orthoceras from Morocco.  They  measure 37x11 mm each and have a total weight of 7.7 grams.  Orthoceras ("straight horn") is a genus of extinct cephalopod. This genus is sometimes called Orthoceratites. Note it is sometimes misspelled as Orthocera, Orthocerus or Orthoceros. Orthoceras are common fossils and have been found on many continents, including the Americas, Africa, Europe and Asia. They are dated to the lower Ordovician to Triassic ages (500 to 190 millions years ago). They belong to a group of predators known as cephalopods, which includes their living relatives the octopus, squid, cuttlefish and nautilus. 

Orthoceras fossils are great as a collectors item or can be used for jewelry making.

This is a superb looking individual of a Dhofar 200 classified meteorite weighing 4.8 grams and measuring 25x20x8 mm. This H4 classified meteorite was found in Oman in 2000. The total weight of the pieces recovered is recorded as 1.816 kg and the meteorite has a shock stage of 4 and weathering grade of 3.

This piece displays extremely well and would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Michael Cottingham Meteorite Collection and a Canagem Collection specimen card.

This is a fantastic 17.37 gram NWA (Northwest Africa) 787 L3-6 classified meteorite part slice found in 2001 in the Sahara Desert. The dimensions of the specimen are 44x25x7 mm.  The total known weight for this meteorite is 30 kg and it has a Shock stage of 2 and Weathering of 1.

This specimen is from the MICHAEL COTTINGHAM METEORITE COLLECTION and is guaranteed to be authentic and as stated in description.  Michael said that this is one of the most beautiful L6 Chondrites to come out of Northwest Africa. It is so Chondrule rich, that it is really hard to believe it is just an L3-6!  A superb addition to your collection.

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

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. 

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

Name: Olivine Volcanic Bomb
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized  
Dimensions: 44x40x13 mm / 1.7x1.6x0.5 Inches  
Weight:  31.7 Grams / 1.1 Ounces  
Details: Volcanic activity Mortlake, Victoria, Australia  

This is a 32.8tcw lot of beautiful rough emeralds.  There are 16 pieces that range in size from approximately 7-10 x 5-9 mm.  This is the exact lot that you will receive.  

Ancient Romans associated the emerald with Venus, the goddess of love and beauty.   They firmly believed that this stone's purity was so strong that no evil presence could exist around it.

Emerald is connected to the heart chakra.  It is said to bring about great love and promote happiness and faithfulness in a relationship.

Chabazite is known for its distinctive crystal structure and its occurrence in a variety of geological environments. Its crystal structure consists of interconnected channels and cavities.  Chabazite is found in various locations around the world, including Italy, Iceland, Scotland, the Faroe Islands, the United States (especially in the Pacific Northwest), Canada, India, and Australia. Different localities may produce chabazite crystals with varying colors and characteristics.

These chabazite crystals are from Wasson’s Bluff, Nova Scotia, Canada.  Wasson's Bluff is recognized as producing great specimens with colors varying from pink to orange to red.  This zone has seen collection of specimens almost exhausted due to the ground erosion.  These particular specimens are a lovely orangey color and are in very good condition.  Make these a special specimen pair in your collection. 

Name: Chabazite (2 Clusters)
Specimen Size:  Thumbnail-Sized
Dimensions:  23x13x17 mm & 19x16x14 mm
Weight:  7.3 grams / 0.3 oz
Origin: Wasson’s Bluff, Two Islands, Nova Scotia Canada

These are attractive and colourful specimens of calcite crystals from Mexico.  Calcite is one of the most common and varied minerals on Earth, prized for its wide range of colours and crystal formations.  Some of the most popular varieties include orange, blue, green, honey, red, black and pink mangano calcite.  In this lot, you have 4 of these colours.

Many people associate coloured calcites with cleansing, emotional balance, and energy amplification. Different colours are believed to carry different energetic qualities:

• Orange - creativity, confidence, and motivation.
• Blue - calm communication and emotional soothing.
• Green - growth, renewal, and heart-centered healing.
  
• Honey calcite - focus, personal power, and learning.

Name: Rough Calcite Crystals - Multiple Colours
Specimen Size:  Thumbnail and Miniature-Sized 
Dimensions:  30x22x20 - 35x24x20 mm / 1.2x0.9x0.8 - 1.8x0.9x0.8 inches 
Weight: 90.8 Grams / 3.2 Ounces 
Origin: Mined in Mexico

This is a fantastic crusted 4 grams NWA (Northwest Africa) 869 L3-6 classified meteorite Individual found by Nomads in the Sahara Desert. The dimensions of the specimen are 19x11x10 mm.

NWA 869 classified meteorites can still be interesting and this one is for sure perfectly shaped to catch your attention. It displays a superb crust on most of its surface.  Most samples are individual meteorites but some fragments (mostly >1 kg) also occur. In most cases the fusion crust has been polished or ablated by wind erosion. Many samples are more severely affected and show faces with deep wind erosion features. Fracture faces, formed by ground collision, show a typical gray-green color and sometimes visible brecciation (light and/or dark clasts).

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