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This is a stunning Dronino classified meteorite end cut weighing 97.95 grams. Its dimensions are 47x34x21 mm.  This interesting meteorite is a Nickel-Iron Meteorite, an Ataxite with an ungrouped element structure.

A 40 kg iron was found by Oleg Gus’kov, Moscow resident, as he was returning home from collecting mushrooms near the village of Dronino in the Ryazan district. In early 2003, it was taken to Vernad to The Meteoritical Society΄s Meteorite Nomenclature Committee which defined this meteorite as ungrouped ataxite. In the summer of 2003, the Meteoritic Expedition of Ural State Technical University – UPI and meteorite hunters collected more than 600 fragments (the largest is 250 kg) totaling about 3 000 kg and occurring at a depth of 0.2-2 m across an area of 0.5x1.5 km.

The distribution of the fragments suggests that the meteorite formed a now-buried crater about 30 m in diameter. This crater is not reflected in the present-day topography of the site. No historical records exist of a meteorite fall; thus, it appears likely that the meteorite fell earlier than the 12th century when the area was largely unpopulated.

These pieces are becoming more difficult to acquire so this is a good time to get a fine specimen. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

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.

The crystal face has been cut and polished to show the red and green olivine crystals which are showcased beautifully against the surrounding lava crust. This museum grade specimen would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Name: Red Olivine Crystal Bomb
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 110x91x51 mm / 4.3x3.6x 2.0 Inches
Weight: 768.7 Grams / 1 Lb 11 Ounces
Details: Volcanic activity Mortlake, Victoria, Australia

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:  54x39x23 mm / 2.1x1.5x0.9 inches
Weight:  43.58 gr / 1.5 oz
Details: Mined in Cape D'Or, Nova Scotia, Canada

This is a rare 46.5-gram Kara Crater Impactite specimen from the Yugorsky Peninsula in Nenetsla, Russia. Its dimensions are 86x46x12 mm.  This end cut of impactite is from the largest crater of the Kara region, formed by an asteroid impact around 79,000 years ago.

Although not a meteorite, impactites are directly linked to them and their impacts and are probably going to be one of the rarest collection pieces you'll ever own.

Take a closer look at a piece of history with this remarkable impactite. A highly unique addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Product Type: Chrysoberyl Cats Eye
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.2ct
Size: 5.8mm
Shape: Round Cabochon
Color:  Fine Lime Green
Clarity:  Transparent
Origin:  Africa

The distinctive "cat's eye" effect in this Chrysoberyl is caused by the reflection of light off parallel needle-like inclusions within the crystal. When the gem is cut en cabochon, a concentrated, bright band of light appears to move across the surface as the stone is rotated.

Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl comes in various colors, such as green, yellow, and golden-brown.  It is a durable gemstone, scoring 8.5 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making it suitable for various types of jewelry.  Significant sources of Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl include Sri Lanka, Brazil, India, Myanmar, and Madagascar. 

Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl is believed to possess metaphysical properties associated with protection, intuition, and good fortune. Some traditions consider it a talisman for enhancing insight and awareness.

This is a superb looking Dhofar 221 classified meteorite weighing 66.8 grams. Its dimensions are 61x43x17 mm. This L5 classified meteorite was found in Zufar, Oman in 2000 and is 1 of 3003 approved meteorites classified as such. The total weight of the 100's of pieces recovered is recorded as a low 3.54 kg and the meteorite has a shock stage of 3 and weathering grade of 3.

This piece displays extremely well because of its beautiful crust, superb shape and is a good size. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card.

Product Type: Kyanite
Approx Weight (per piece):  1.1ct  
Size:  7.3x5.2mm  
Shape: Oval  
Color:  Mint Green  
Clarity: SI (Slightly Included)
Origin: India

Green kyanite gemstones are a beautiful and relatively rare variety of kyanite, a mineral valued for its attractive color and crystal structure.  Green kyanite gemstones exhibit various shades of green, ranging from pale to deep hues. The color is typically caused by trace amounts of chromium or vanadium within the crystal lattice. The intensity and saturation of the green color can vary, with some stones displaying a vibrant, vivid green and others a more subtle, earthy tone.

Product Type: Labradorite
Approx Weight (per piece): 8.1ct
Size: 15.9x12mm
Shape: Oval cabochon
Color: Gray with Rainbow Luster
Clarity: Transparent
Origin:  Africa

Labradorite is an unusual mineral. It can display a beautiful iridescent play of colors, caused by internal fractures in the mineral that reflect light back and forth, dispersing it into different colors. This effect, known as labradorescence, gives Labradorite its appeal and fame.

The colorful apatite crystals are visible throughout this calcite vein with multiple small crystal being terminated. It has a nice luster and lovely colored hues with apatite in green, greenish blue and rare grey white. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite vein with green, greenish blue and rare grey white Apatite crystal
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 110x73x79 mm / 4.3x2.9x3.1 inches
Weight:  662 Gr / 1 lbs 7 oz
Origin: Eastern Ontario, Canada

These are whole, uncut lava coated volcanic bombs from Mortlake, Victoria, Australia .  The lava crust on these pieces is complete, they can be showcased as is or cut to show the interior. The lava is most likely covering green olivine crystals.

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.

The dimensions and weight of each of these olivine bombs are as follows:

A.  32x25x17 mm / 1.3x1.0x0.7 in  |  14.2 gr / 0.5 oz
B.  37x25x22 mm / 1.5x1.0x0.9 in  |  23 gr / 0.8 oz
C.   43x34x21 mm / 1.7x1.3x0.8 in  |  37 gr / 1.3 oz
D.  49x44x34 mm / 1.9x1.7x1.3 in  |  63.6 gr / 2.2 oz
E.  66x44x33 mm / 2.6x1.7x1.3 in  |  113.5 gr / 4.0 oz
F.  79x48x38 mm / 3.1x1.9x1.5 in  |  145.4gr / 5.1 oz

Any of these Olivine Bombs would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection. Comes with a Canagem Collection specimen card. 

Here's a beautiful cluster of glassy green diopside crystals from Otter Lake, Quebec. The specimen is made up of about six inter grown diopside crystals with some small attached biotite mica crystals. The largest diopside is 2.5cm across x 3.5cm. This is a floater specimen and all crystals are complete. The specimen is in excellent condition. The diopside crystals are prismatic habit with complex terminations.  It has a nice luster and lovely green color. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Green Diopside crystal
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 32x34x32 mm / 1.2x1.3 x 1.2 inches
Weight: 31 Grams / 1.1 oz
Origin: Famous Western Quebec Location, Otter Lake area, Canada

Product Type: Kyanite - 9 Piece Lot  
Approx Weight (per Lot):  4.1ct  
Size:  5x4mm  
Shape: Oval  
Color:  Mint Green  
Clarity:  SI (Slightly Included)
Origin:  India

Green kyanite gemstones are a beautiful and relatively rare variety of kyanite, a mineral valued for its attractive color and crystal structure.  Green kyanite gemstones exhibit various shades of green, ranging from pale to deep hues. The color is typically caused by trace amounts of chromium or vanadium within the crystal lattice. The intensity and saturation of the green color can vary, with some stones displaying a vibrant, vivid green and others a more subtle, earthy tone.