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Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular mineral for collectors due to its intense green color and sometimes beautiful banded masses. Africa contains several outstanding Malachite deposits. The mines at Katanga (Shaba), especially at Kolwezi, in the Congo (Zaire) produce Malachite in all sorts of odd shapes and forms, and are the source of the best banded, concentric, stalactitic and sparkling specimens. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Malachite
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 114x83x50 mm / 4.5x3.3x2 inches
Weight: 394.3 Grams / 13.9 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Shaba Copper Belt, Zaire

Product Type:  Iolite Cats Eye
Product ID:  IOCE7501 ( Appraised at $1,676.95 USD)
Approx Weight (per piece):  11.90ct
Size:  18.2x9mm
Shape:  Oval Cabochon
Color:  Black Blue
Clarity:  Transparent
Origin:  Africa
Treatment:   None

Here we have a Toluca meteorite etched slice. This incredible specimen weighs 65.3 grams and measures 69x47x5 mm.  Found in 1776, this meteorite has a TKW of 3 tons.  

The Toluca meteorite is classified as an Iron IAB-sLL and was discovered in Xiquipilco, Mexico state, Mexico.  The classification Iron, IAB-sLL means "An iron meteorite belonging to the low-Au, low-Ni subgroup (sLL) of the IAB complex".  The IAB iron meteorites have complicated textures and chemical-mineralogical features that indicate a complex history for the parent body. These meteorites commonly contain abundant silicate inclusions embedded in the metal phase.

This specimen was etched to show its unique widmanstatten pattern.

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

This beautiful cluster combines tetrahedrite, cubic and crystallized pyrite matrix and tiny terminated quartz crystals. 

Tetrahedrite crystals are fascinating minerals known for their distinctive tetrahedral shape and shiny, metallic luster.  It typically forms in well-defined tetrahedral crystals, which can be grouped in clusters.  The color range includes shades of metallic gray, black, and sometimes reddish hues due to the presence of copper and other trace elements. Tetrahedrite is commonly found in hydrothermal veins and is often associated with other minerals such as quartz, galena, and sphalerite.

Tetrahedrite is believed to promote emotional healing and provide a protective shield against negativity. It is thought to enhance creativity and clarity, helping individuals connect with their inner selves.

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

Name: Tetrahedrite, Pyrite and Quartz Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:   Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 76.2x76.2x50.8 mm / 3x3x2 inches
Weight: 642 Grams / 1 Lb 6.6 oz
Origin: Mined in Peru

Product Type: Amethyst
Product ID: AMPP3129
Approx Weight (per piece): 41.39ct
Size: 27x25mm
Shape: Triangle Laser Cut 
Color: Bright Purple
Clarity: Clean
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.

This is an outstanding specimen with an eye catching mix of crystals.  This cluster is  comprised of Dolomite with a patch of terminated calcite, tiny terminated quartz crystals and traces of pyrite matrix,. This top specimen has it all and is in great condition. Will mesmerize you for hours examining all angles of this fantastic specimen.  Would be an amazing addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Dolomite, Pyrite, Calcite and Quartz Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:   Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 165x114x82 mm / 6.5x4.5x3.25 inches
Weight: 1.68 KG / 3 Lbs 11 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Sainte Clotilde, Quebec Canada

This is an incredible specimen with sharp, lustrous and terminated metallic crystals of tetrahedrite, crystallized pyrite and sphalerite matrix. This top specimen is in very good condition. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Tetrahedrite, Pyrite and Sphalerite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:   Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  101x101x51mm / 4x4x2 inches
Weight: 462 Grams / 1 Lb 0.3 oz
Origin: Mined at Huaron mine, Peru

This is a large and incredible specimen combining Apophyllite and Stilbite.  There our multiple double terminated Apophyllite crystals on this specimen.  It is truly amazing.

One of the distinguishing features of apophyllite is its ability to form well-defined crystals with a pyramid-like shape. These crystals often exhibit a prismatic or pseudo-cubic habit and have a vitreous luster. Apophyllite is transparent to translucent and is commonly found in colorless or white varieties, although it can also occur in shades of green, pink, yellow, or brown.

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 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: Apophyllite and Stilbite Crystals
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:   203x159x133 mm / 8 x 6.25 x 5.25 inches
Weight: 3.718 KG / 8 Lbs 2 Ounces
Details: Mined in Jalgaon, India

This is a great looking Bilanga classified meteorite specimen weighing 4.68 grams with  dimensions of 22x17x10 mm.  This Achondrite Diogenite classified meteorite was observed falling in 1999 in Gnagna, Burkina Faso and is 1 of only 240 approved meteorites classified as such. The total weight of the pieces recovered is recorded as 25 kilograms.

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

This is a must have 191.39 gram slice of Black Onaping Impact Fallback Breccia from the famous Sudbury Impact Structure in Ontario Canada. It's dimensions are 116x115x6 mm.  Although not a meteorite, impactites are directly linked to them and their impacts and are probably going to be one of the rarest collection piece you'll ever own. 

About 1.87 billion years ago, an object from space 9 kilometers in diameter, slammed into Canada a little north of Sudbury, Ontario creating the second largest impact structure on the earth. This impact was equivalent to a billion tons of TNT; an impact so great that it cracked the earth, in fact they still have earthquakes because of it today!

This specimen of Sudbury Black Onaping Breccia is a lithified fallback breccia composed of melt glass and country target rock fragments. This meteorite impact created a large mushroom cloud that fell back down to earth to create this breccia. "Bucky Ball Fullerine" with terrestrial carbon in the form of C-60 and C-70 is found in this type of Sudbury impact rock. Greenish-Blueish dust covered Tektites can also be found within its matrix. The Onaping forms in two layers, the first one is grey and second one is black.

The many mineral rich deposits and strange rock formations in such close proximity has attracted attention for 100's of years, long before its impact origin was known.  Thomas Edison, for instance, built a lab on site and NASA Moonwalker "Gene" Cernan, who studied and collected geology samples as part of his pre-moon mission training.

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