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This is a lovely pink Stilbite specimen from Parsboro, Cape d'Or, Nova Scotia, Canada. It was collected in 2002 and is a miniature size group of well terminated crystals with nice sharp edges. 

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 soothing and spiritually uplifting qualities, often associated with promoting emotional healing, inner peace, and mental clarity. Many consider it helpful for enhancing spiritual connection, deepening meditation, and supporting dream recall or lucid dreaming. Often linked to the heart chakra, it is thought to encourage love, compassion, and the release of emotional wounds. Stilbite may assist in navigating transitions, amplifying the energy of other crystals, and fostering a calming environment by shifting negative energy into positive vibrations.

Name: Stilbite Crystals
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  47x36x19 mm / 1.8x1.4x0.7 inches
Weight:  21.5 gr / 0.7 oz
Details: Mined in Cape D'Or, Nova Scotia, Canada

Peruvian pyrite is famous worldwide for its well-formed, highly lustrous crystals. The country is one of the top sources for high-quality pyrite specimens, particularly from the Huanzala Mine in the Áncash Region and the Quiruvilca Mine in La Libertad. These locations produce stunning pyritohedral crystals, often found in association with quartz, sphalerite, and galena.

The term “pyritohedral” refers to a specific crystal habit that pyrite (and occasionally other minerals) can form. In this structure, the crystal takes on a polyhedral shape with 12 faces. However, unlike a perfectly symmetrical shape with identical pentagonal faces, natural pyritohedral crystals often exhibit slight irregularities or distortions in their faces.

Pyrite is known as a stone of protection, abundance, and confidence.  It is believed to shield against negative energy and promote mental clarity and willpower. 

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

Name: Pyrite Cluster 
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 66x47x34 mm / 2.6x1.8x1.3 inches 
Weight: 194 Grams / 6.8 oz
Origin: Mined in Quiruvilca Mine, Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad, Peru

This specimen shows a group of well-shaped emerald-green dioptase crystals on pearly white calcite crystals . Dioptase is an uncommon copper mineral prized for its intense green colour. It is found in only a few copper mines world-wide, but the best examples come from Tsumeb, Namibia.

The Tsumeb Mine, one of the most famous mineral localities globally, produced dioptase with deep green hues, high clarity, and sharp crystal formations. Unlike dioptase from other locations, Tsumeb specimens often occur on a contrasting white calcite matrix, enhancing their visual appeal.

The Tsumeb Mine in Namibia is no longer actively producing dioptase. The mine, which was one of the world’s most famous mineral localities, ceased large-scale operations in the 1990s. While some minerals can still be found from old stockpiles, no new dioptase specimens are being extracted from the mine today.  This makes Tsumeb dioptase highly collectible, as no fresh supply is entering the market. Existing specimens, especially those with deep color, good transparency, and well-formed crystals on matrix, are increasingly rare and valuable among collectors

Dioptase is often associated with emotional healing, forgiveness, and heart chakra energy. Some believe it encourages letting go of past wounds and embracing compassion. It is also thought to promote inner clarity and transformation, making it popular for personal growth and emotional balance.

Name: Dioptase on Calcite Crystal
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  65x50x38 mm / 2.6x2.0x1.5 inches
Weight: 116.72 Grams / 4.1 oz
Origin: Tsumeb Mine, Otavi, Namibia

This is a fantastic Impactite Fallback Breccia from Germany weighing 66 grams and measuring 74x53x9mm. Although not a meteorite, impactites and shatter cones are directly linked to them and their impacts. The Steinheim Basin today exhibits a distinct morphological depression that is ∼110 m deep and ∼3.5 km in diameter; the height of the central uplift totals to more than 140 m. The original size of the pristine crater is estimated to be ∼3.8 km with an original depth of ∼205 m.

As this drainless morphological depression was filled by lake sediments shortly after the impact, the primary crater morphology is widely preserved. The crater rim is formed by steeply inclined and intensely brecciated Upper Jurassic limestone blocks that also contain numerous shattered chert nodules, as well as some loose blocks of the host limestone. An impact breccia, referred to as the so-called ”Primäre Beckenbrekzie” (“primary basin breccia”) and interpreted as a “fallback breccia”, is known from many drillings in the Steinheim Basin.

Mainly composed of Middle to Upper Jurassic limestones, marls, mudstones, and sandstones, the impact breccia inside the morphological depression of the Steinheim Basin is overlain by lake sediments and is obviously preserved in its original thickness and position.   This piece displays very well and is a very nice size showing multiple characteristics of its origin. Would make a beautiful addition to any collection.

These are Molybdenite crystals in host from Moly Hill, Québec, Canada. The largest of the crystals is 12x10 mm (0.5x0.4 inches).  Molybdenite is commonly found as foliated masses meaning the mineral forms folia or layers, like the mineral mica. It is metallic gray, has a greasy feel, and is very soft at only 1 on Mohs' hardness scale. Its softness, metallic luster and gray color led scientists to mistakenly believe it was a lead mineral. 

Some believe molybdenite is linked to intuition, transformation, and problem-solving, helping with mental clarity and adaptability. It is sometimes associated with the third eye chakra, thought to enhance insight and creative thinking.

Name: Molybdenite Crystals
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 41x32x17 mm / 1.6x1.3x0.7 inches
Weight: 21.4 Grams / 0.7 ounces
Origin: Mined in Moly Hill, Québec, Canada

Creedite is a rare mineral that is best known for its radiating crystal clusters, which can appear in transparent to translucent orange, purple, white, or colorless hues.  It was first discovered in Creede, Colorado, USA, which is how it got its name. Today, some of the best specimens come from Mexico (notably in Chihuahua), Kazakhstan, and Bolivia. In Mexico, creedite is often found as vibrant orange clusters, making it a favorite among collectors.

Creedite is thought to support spiritual growth, intuition, and clarity. Some believe it stimulates the third eye and crown chakras, aiding meditation and insight. Its bright, radiating form is often seen as a symbol of light and transformation.

This is a very unusual, sculptural cluster of Creedite.  It is secured to a base in order to display and protect the crystal, and is mesmerizing in person.  Would be a great addition to any new or existing collection.

Name:  Creedite Crystals  
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized  
Dimensions:  44x31x34 mm / 1.7x1.2x1.3    inches  
Weight:  39.8 Grams / 1.4 Ounces  (including base)
Origin:  Mined in Mina Navidad, Abasolo, Durango, Mexico

This is a fine Zeolite specimen from the ZEC near Maniwaki, Québec, Canada. You can see a small group of well terminated crystals with nice sharp edges.

Stilbite, Heulandite, and Chabazite are beautiful zeolite minerals found in the basalt and sedimentary rock formations near Maniwaki, Quebec. These crystals often form in delicate, radiating clusters or blocky, tabular structures, showcasing a range of colors from soft pinks and oranges to translucent whites.

Stilbite is known for its pearly luster and graceful fan-like formations, while Heulandite displays intricate, layered crystal habits. Chabazite, with its distinctive rhombohedral shape, adds variety to the mineral assemblage. Collectors and geologists appreciate these minerals not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their fascinating crystal chemistry and association with the region’s volcanic history.

Name: Stilbite Heulandite and Chabazite Crystals 
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  44x27x24 mm / 1.7x1.1x0.9 inches
Weight: 24 gr / 0.8 oz 
Details: Mined in Zec Bras-Coupé-Désert, Lac-Pythonga, La Vallée-de-la-Gatineau RCM, Outaouais, Québec, Canada

This is a superb looking slice of the Shişr or Shi 010 meteorite, weighing 6.56 grams. Its dimensions are  36x17x4 mm. This L5 classified meteorite was part of the 16 stones found in the Shişr Desert of Oman by Russian meteorite hunters in 2001 with a total mass of 17.6 Kg. The shock stage of 3 and weathering grade of 3 is recorded for these pieces.  This meteorite is likely paired with Shişr 008, an L5 that weighed 244 grams.

This piece shows a nice polished face and is a desirable size perfect to show in class or at a science show.  This specimen would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.  Will come with a Canagem specimen card.

This is a superb individual Tsarev meteorite weighing 142.2 grams. Its dimensions are 71x44x29 mm. Twenty-eight specimens of this L5 classified meteorite were found in fields.  The largest mass weighs 284 kg, the smallest 761 gr with a total weight of 1.23 Tons. The greatest distance between the find sites was 6.0 km.

In 1968, amidst a global surge in conflicts, a remarkable discovery was made in a small village in Volgograd Oblast. This region, known as the primary site of the Battle of Stalingrad—one of the largest and bloodiest battles in history—yielded an extraordinary find in the quiet fields near the rural village of Tsarev.

The Tsarev meteorite, named after the Russian word for czar, is a stone meteorite responsible for one of the largest meteorite showers in Russian history. This meteorite shower occurred on December 6, 1922, but the stones were not discovered until 1968 and only recognized in 1979. The Tsarev meteorite's mineral composition matches that of ordinary chondrites, including olivine, orthopyroxene, clinopyroxene, maskelynite, calcium phosphates, nickel-iron, troilite, chromite, ilmenite, and rutile.

Academic analysis of the Tsarev meteorite reveals significant features: large grains of nickel-iron, light grey areas with well-preserved chondritic texture, and dark areas containing a matrix with olivine grains and remnants of chondrules. 

This specimen would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.  Will come with a Canagem specimen card.

This is a beautiful black Biotite crystal book from the Calcite Vein-Dikes of the Grenville Geological Province Ontario, Canada. This specimen is a great example of both the classic crystal shape and attractive dark coloration. 

Biotite is rarely considered a valuable mineral specimen, but it can accompany other minerals and compliment them. In Bancroft, Ontario, Biotite forms large crystals with green apatite and hornblende. Single large plates or "books" of biotite can grow to considerable size and can make impressive mineral specimens. 

Stand not included.

Name:  Biotite Mica  
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized  
Dimensions:  125x71x3 mm / 4.9x2.8x0.1 inches  
Weight:  39 Grams / 1.4 Ounces  
Origin:  Ontario, Canada  

This is an outstanding specimen Impact Melt Glass, or "Flädle" glass, from the Lake Mien crater, 12 km (7.5 mi) southwest of the town of Tingsryd, Sweden.   It weighs 34.5 grams and measures 55x48x15 mm.  Although not a meteorite, impactites are directly linked to them and their impacts.

Impactite is a slag-like glassy object found on the surface of the earth, formed from rock melted by the impact of a meteorite. The term encompasses shock-metamorphosed target rocks, melts or suevites and mixtures of the two, as well as sedimentary rocks with significant impact-derived components and shocked mineral grains, tektites, anomalous geochemical signatures, etc.

This eroded crater is marked by a 5.5-km (3.4-mi) diameter circular lake named Lake Mien. The original crater rim is estimated to have been about 9 km in diameter before erosion. Its age is estimated to be 121.0 ± 2.3 million years (Early Cretaceous).  This Suevitic breccia with clastic matrix and melt inclusions (black) and crystalline rock clasts (gray to white) is amazingly light considering its mass.   It has a unique hollow sound when you tap it.

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

This is a nice Stilbite specimen from Oregon, USA. There are two vugs contain pearly white stilbite crystals that are in excellent condition.  The largest vug measures 32x32 mm, with the largest crystal measuring 12 mm.

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. It is valued for its aesthetic appeal and is believed by some to have calming energy, supporting spiritual growth and emotional healing.

Name: Stilbite Crystals in Matrix
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  81x78x55 mm / 3.2x3.1x2.2  inches
Weight:  280 gr / 9.9 oz
Details: Mined in Oregon, USA