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Indochinite is a variety of the mineral tektite, which is a natural glass formed by the intense heat and pressure of a meteorite impact.  These tektites are usually found as small, aerodynamically shaped objects, often teardrop or irregular in shape, resulting from the molten material solidifying as it cooled rapidly after being ejected from the impact site.

Indochinites are believed to have formed around 780,000 to 800,000 years ago, following a significant meteorite impact event that likely created the Southeast Asian tektite strewn field.  The strewn field is quite large, and the tektites can be found scattered over a vast area which includes Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand.   

This piece displays very well, showing multiple characteristics of its origin.  The specimen has a weigh of 27.8 grams and dimensions of 33x32x21.  Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

This is a fantastic Impactite Fallback Breccia from Germany weighing 67.3 grams and measuring 75x59x10mm. 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.

This is an incredible Korra Korrabes meteorite end cut of 18.1 grams, it measures 68x22x9 mm. This gorgeous classified meteorite is an H3 Chondrite and part of a 22 kg stone plus 11 smaller pieces totaling ~18 kg that were found November 1996 in a dry river bed by a farmer who was searching for Gibeon irons.

People searching with metal detectors recovered hundreds of additional buried, more weathered pieces within 50 m of the original material since 2000 November, bringing the total mass to ~120–130 kg. The largest specimen was used in a garden wall until August 2000.

This amazing piece was professionally prepared and would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Product Type: Sapphire (Color Change) 
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.2ct 
Size: 7x5.6mm 
Shape: Oval Cut
Color: Color Change yellow to pink
Clarity:   Slight Inclusion
Origin:   Africa

Color change sapphire is a fascinating variety of corundum that exhibits a noticeable shift in color under different lighting conditions. The most classic example changes from blue in daylight or fluorescent light to violet or purplish-red under incandescent light, but other combinations exist, such as green to reddish-brown or yellow to peach-pink. This natural optical phenomenon is caused by trace elements like chromium and vanadium in the crystal, which absorb and reflect light differently depending on the light source.

Product Type: Tourmaline
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.88ct
Size: 6x4.5mm
Shape: Baguette Cut
Color: Dark Neon Green
Clarity: VSI (Very Slighly Included)
Origin: Africa

This is a fabulous 40.08 grams Brahin Pallasite stony iron classified meteorite part slice with dimensions of 42x32x7 mm. This superb meteorite was found in Minsk, Gomel Region, Belarus in 1810 and the Total Known Weight is ~ 823 kg. 

This piece displays extremely well and is a highly desirable size showing great features. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card and a metal specimen label.

This is a well-formed albite that shows very well with its white cubic shiny crystal and good luster and translucence on top of a block of orthoclase crystal. This old collection specimen comes mounted in a Perky display box.

Product Name: Natural Albite on Orthoclase Crystal  
Specimen Size:  Thumbnail-Sized  
Dimensions: 36x34x34 mm / 1.4x1.3x1.3 inches Box  
Weight:  11.35 Grams / 0.4 Ounces (including Box)   
Origin: Mined in Ossipee, Carroll County, New Hampshire

Gormanite is a rare phosphate mineral best known for its striking blue to greenish-blue color, often forming as fibrous or radiating crystal clusters. It was first discovered in Yukon, Canada, and is named after Canadian mineralogist Don Gorman. 

Due to its rarity and delicate crystal habit, gormanite is primarily of interest to collectors and mineral enthusiasts. Well-formed specimens are appreciated for their intense color, silky luster, and often intricate, fibrous formations. Gormanite is relatively soft (around 4.5–5 on the Mohs scale) and fragile, so it's best suited for display rather than handling.

Name:  Gormanite
Specimen Size:  Thumbnail-Sized  
Dimensions:  33x33 mm / 1.3x1.3 inches (including box) 
Weight:  11.8 grams / 0.4 Ounces (including box)
Origin: Mined in Galilea, Minas Gerais, Brazil

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: 41x28x27 mm / 1.6x1.1x1.1 inches 
Weight:   38.8 grams / 1.4 Ounces
Origin: Lake Jaco, Mexico

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. 

Howlite is said to be an extremely calming stone, it can be an excellent antidote to insomnia.  It is also said that Howlite teaches patience and helps to eliminate anger and strengthens positive character traits.  

Name:  Howlite on Matrix
Specimen Size:  Thumbnail-Sized  
Dimensions:   Specimen 30x26 mm / 1.2x1.0 inches
                        Specimen Box 33x33 mm / 1.3x1.3 inches  
Weight:  17.5 Grams / 0.6 Ounces (including box)  
Origin: Mined in Fishells Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada