New Arrivals

This is a rare and fantastic 5 gram Libyan Desert Glass from Kuffra, Libya, with dimensions of 25x14x13 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.

This is a must have 17 gram Impact Melt Rock from the Stac Fada Member Impact Structure, NW Scotland. It measures 65x38x4 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 items you'll ever own. 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 impactite 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 beautiful Impact melt rock comes from the Stac Fada impact structure in Scotland. The structure has an estimated age of about 1.2Ga (1,200 Ma). The Stac Fada Member of the Precambrian Stoer Group in Scotland has previously been described as volcanic in origin. However, shocked quartz and biotite provide evidence for high-pressure shock metamorphism, while chromium isotope values and elevated abundances of platinum group metals and siderophile elements indicate addition of meteoritic material. Thus, the unit is reinterpreted as having an impact origin.

This gorgeous slice displays very well.  Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with two a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Here we have for you a nice looking tumbled individual of a Sahara Desert NWA unclassified meteorite weighing 18 grams. Its dimensions are 32x25x14mm.  This never classified North West Africa stone was found in the Sahara desert around 2000.

It's a good quality individual NWA meteorite specimen. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Name: Wolfe Creek [crater]  This is a recognized impact crater name.
Observed fall: No
Age: <0.3 Ma
Diameter: 0.875 km
Country: Australia

Note: There is a natural fracture in the middle of the specimen which comes from the event that created it.  Two parts move slightly so handle with care.  Displays very well. 

Here we have for you a Wolfe Creek impactite breccia specimen weighing 104.88 grams.  Its dimensions are 67x53x42 mm. The exposed crater is located in Western Australia, Australia with an estimated  age of < 0.3 Ma.

The impact crater is cited in the Earth Impact Database maintained by the Planetary and Space Science Centre at the University of New Brunswick, Canada. For photographs, maps, references, and other information, see the entry on the PASSC Website

These pieces are becoming difficult to acquire as the site is closed for collecting.  This is a good time to get a fine specimen.  Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with 2 specimen cards including a Canagem® Collection specimen card. 

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 calming energy, supporting spiritual growth and emotional healing.

Name: Stilbite Crystal
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 46x27x23 mm / 1.8x1.1x0.9 inches 
Weight: 17 Grams / 0.6 Ounces 
Origin: Mined in India

Product Type: Smoky Quartz
Approx Weight (per piece): 6.4ct
Size: 12x10mm
Shape: Octagon Cut
Color: Smoky Color 
Clarity:  VSI (Very Slightly Included)
Origin: Brazil

Product Type: Sapphire
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.78ct
Size: 6.6x4.5mm 
Shape: Pear Shape Cut
Color: Rich Lime Yellow Green
Clarity:  Clean to the eye
Origin: Mogok, Myanmar (Burma)
Treatment: None (unheated, untreated)

This is a nice fossilized, highly polished natural Ammonite in brown marble from Morocco, it is perfect for gift giving to a new fossil collector. This Ammonite weighs 20 grams in weight and measures 48x39x7 mm.  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.  This fossil would be excellent for jewelry making.

Product Type: Tourmalinated Quartz  
Approx Weight (per piece):  7.9ct  
Size: 15x10mm  
Shape:  Octagon Cut  
Color:  Colorless  
Clarity:  Tourmalinated Clear  
Origin:  Brazil  
Treatment:  Natural - No known treatment  

The appearance of Tourmalinated Quartz is characterized by clear or milky quartz with dark, thread-like, or needle-shaped inclusions of black tourmaline running through the stone. These inclusions can vary in density, giving each piece a distinct and unique appearance.

Tourmalinated Quartz is a crystal that combines the properties of Clear Quartz and Black Tourmaline. It is believed to offer strong protection by shielding against negative energies and enhancing the grounding and balancing effects of Black Tourmaline. The crystal is thought to amplify intentions and promote emotional healing. It may also support spiritual connection, chakra alignment, and provide emotional support during challenging times.

Product Type: Rutilated Quartz  
Approx Weight (per piece): 9.3ct  
Size: 15.6x12mm  
Shape:  Oval Cut  
Color: Clear White with Golden Needles  
Clarity: Transparent  
Origin: Brazil  

Rutilated Quartz is a beautiful variety of Quartz that contains needle-like inclusions of the mineral Rutile. These golden, coppery, or silver-colored needle inclusions create unique patterns within the Quartz.

Rutilated Quartz is thought to amplify energy, enhance clarity and intuition, facilitate spiritual connection, provide protection, and promote healing and manifestation.

Rare large group of small yellow-gold crystals of wulfenite on matrix from Old Yuma Mine, Arizona. The top of the specimen is coated with small sharp crystals of wulfenite and the bottom has hundreds of small spheres. The specimen is in very good condition and is a very colorful and really beautiful specimen. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Wulfenite 
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  68x48x27 mm / 2.7x1.9x1.1 inches
Weight: 114 Grams / 4 ounces 
Origin: Mined in Old Yuma Mine, Tucson Mountain District Saguaro National Park, Amole Mining District, Tucson Mountains, Pima County, Arizona, USA

Tourmaline forms beautiful crystals and it can be quite striking and colorful. The Santa Rosa Mine in Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Brazil is known for producing some of the world's finest tourmaline crystals.  This interesting pink crystal cluster would be a great addition to any new or existing collection.

Name:  Tourmaline
Specimen Size:  Thumbnail-Sized  
Dimensions:   Specimen & Box 33x33 mm / 1.3x1.3 inches  
Weight:  12.5 Grams / 0.4 Ounces (including box)  
Origin: Mined in Santa Rosa mine, Minas Gerais, Brazil