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This is a rare and fantastic 5.2 gram Libyan Desert Glass from Kuffra, Libya, with dimensions of 31x19x13 mm.  Although its exact origin is still debated, the leading theory suggests it was formed by a high-energy event, such as a meteoric impact or airburst, that melted the desert sand directly where it lay, without being ejected into the atmosphere and re-entering. This results in different physical characteristics compared to tektites.

Libyan Desert Glass is found specifically in the Great Sand Sea of the Eastern Sahara, within a more localized area spanning parts of western Egypt and eastern Libya.  Characterized by its yellow to greenish-yellow color, it lacks the aerodynamic shapes of tektites and often appears as irregularly shaped pieces. It is almost pure silica (around 98%) with very few impurities. Throughout history, it has been regarded as a mystical and powerful material, sometimes used in talismans and amulets.

This piece displays extremely well and is a quality translucent specimen. It has an aesthetic shape with a beautiful wind eroded body from the years spent in the Desert. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Pseudomorphs are mineral specimens that have the external shape of one mineral but are composed of another.  The pseudomorph goethite after marcasite forms when marcasite is exposed to oxidizing conditions and starts to oxidize and break down. As the marcasite breaks down, goethite replaces it in the crystal structure, preserving the shape of the original marcasite crystal. The resulting specimen appears as a marcasite crystal, but is actually composed of goethite.

The Farafra Oasis, in the White Desert, has been known for a number of years to deliver incredible pseudomorph specimens. The pseudomorphs occur within the Cretaceous Khoman Chalk, from which the White Desert derives its name.

This specimen is remarkable for its relatively sharp and bladed marcasite crystal form.  It is in excellent condition.  

Name: Goethite After Marcasite Pseudomorph
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized Specimen
Dimensions:  36x33x27 mm / 1.4x1.3x1.1 inches
Weight: 42 grams / 1.5 ounces 
Origin: White Desert, Farafra Oasis, Egypt

Product Type: Amethyst
Approx Weight (per piece): 2.8ct 
Size: 9.0mm 
Shape: Round Cut
Color: Purple
Clarity: SI (Slightly Included) 
Origin: Brazil

Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz, which is a mineral composed of silicon and oxygen. It is one of the most popular gemstones due to its beautiful color.  Amethyst ranges in color from light purple to deep violet. The color is caused by impurities of iron within the quartz crystal.  Amethyst can be found in various locations around the world, including Brazil, Uruguay, Russia, Zambia, and the United States.

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.

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 Slice  
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized  
Dimensions: 62x44x12 mm / 2.4x1.7x0.5 Inches  
Weight:  58.6 Grams / 2.1 Ounces  
Details: Volcanic activity Mortlake, Victoria, Australia  

Grossular garnets are a variety of garnet known for their diverse range of colors, transparency, and wide occurrence across different geological settings. The grossular garnet specimens from Lake Jaco, Chihuahua, Mexico are renowned for their classic crystal shape and attractive yellow-green coloration.  These particular clusters are beautiful and intricate formations.

Garnets are believed to have properties associated with vitality, courage, and creativity. They are thought to bring balance and stability.

Name: Grossular Garnet Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 44x36x32 mm / 1.7x1.4x1.3 inches 
Weight:   53.8 grams / 1.9 Ounces
Origin: Lake Jaco, Mexico

Grossular garnets are a variety of garnet known for their diverse range of colors, transparency, and wide occurrence across different geological settings. The grossular garnet specimens from Lake Jaco, Chihuahua, Mexico are renowned for their classic crystal shape and attractive yellow-green coloration.

Garnets are believed to have properties associated with vitality, courage, and creativity. They are thought to bring balance and stability.

Name: Grossular Garnet Crystal
Specimen Size:  Thumbnail-Sized
Dimensions: 27x24x19 mm / 1.1x0.9x0.7 inches 
Weight:  22.5 grams / 0.8 Ounces
Origin: Lake Jaco, Chihuahua, Mexico

Product Type: Tourmaline
Approx Weight (per piece):  1.4ct
Size: 7.5x4.3mm
Shape: Baguette Cut
Color: Neon Blue
Clarity:  VSI (Very Slightly Included)
Origin:  Africa

Product Type: Tourmaline
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.3ct 
Size: 12.5x3.5mm 
Shape: Baguette Cut
Color: Green Blue 
Clarity:  Clean
Origin:  Africa

Named for Ernst Ludwig, an Austrian Professor of Chemistry at the University of Vienna in Austria who was the first to analyze the type material. Ludwigite is a somewhat uncommon, but widespread mineral that can be found in Romania, Italy, Scotland, Sweden, Russia, Iran, the United States, Canada, and North Korea, among others. Typically, Ludwigite occurs in magnesian iron skarn and in contact metamorphic deposits. It is likely that Ludwigite is weakly ferromagnetic, a naturally permanent magnet.

In this specimen, multiple layers of compact black fans and patches of Ludwigite in a greenish white matrix, possibly another borate mineral.  This specimen from the Mountain Lake Mine is an interesting addition to any mineral collection.

Name: Ludwigite
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  49x49x45 mm / 1.9x1.9x1.8 inches
Weight:  171 Grams / 6.0 ounces
Origin:  Mined in Mountain Lake Mine (Jack Mine), Great Western Mine Group, Brighton, Big Cottonwood Mining District, Salt Lake County, Utah, USA

Here we have for you a nice looking end cut of a Sahara Desert NWA unclassified meteorite weighing 55.8 grams. Its dimensions are 47x33x29 mm. This never classified Northwest Africa stone was found in the Sahara Desert around 2000.

It's a good quality cut NWA meteorite specimen showing interesting internal structure (L5?) and attractive mottled interior with chondrules and metallic flakes. Some weathering shows the meteorite's time spent aging in the desert. 

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