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This is a rare and fantastic 5 gram Libyan Desert Glass from Kuffra, Libya, with dimensions of 30x21x9 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.

Product Type: Chrysoberyl Cats Eye
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.5ct 
Size: 4.5mm 
Shape: Round Cabochon
Color:  Yellow
Clarity:  Fine Crystal
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.

Product Type: Star Sapphire
Approx Weight (per piece): 2.8ct 
Size: 9x6.7mm 
Shape: Pear Shape Cabochon
Color: Royal Blue
Clarity:  Opaque Sharp 6 Rays Star
Origin:  Thailand
Treatment:  Diffusion*

*This gemstone was heated and surface diffused to improve its appearance.  This is a routine and safe treatment that is accepted worldwide.

Product Type:  Aquamarine Cats Eye 
Approx Weight (per Piece): 12.5ct  
Size:   16.8x12mm  
Shape:  Oval Cabochon  
Color:    Light Greenish Blue with Gray Overtone  
Clarity:  Translucent
Origin:  Russia
Treatment: None

Product Type: Star Sapphire
Approx Weight (per piece):  1.5ct
Size: 5.5x5.0mm
Shape: Oval Cabochon
Color: Fine Pale Blue
Clarity:  Transparent Sharp 6 Rays Star
Origin: Myanmar (Burma)
Treatment: None 

This is a superb Nantan meteorite individual specimen, directly from Guangxi, China. Its dimensions are 32x30x11 mm and it weighs 16.8 grams.

The Nantan meteorites are a must for all collectors, more so that it is now very difficult to find worthy specimen. They are a very interesting IAB-MG iron discovered in 1958 and there is an estimated 9.5 T of this material. This is 1 of 88 approved meteorites classified as Iron, IAB-MG.

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

Product Type: Chrysoberyl Cats Eye
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.1ct
Size: 6.5x5.6mm
Shape: Oval Cabochon
Color: Yellow
Clarity: Top Crystal
Origin: Sri Lanka

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.

Product Type:  Aquamarine Cats Eye 
Approx Weight (per Piece): 4.1ct  
Size:   10x8.8mm  
Shape:  Oval Cabochon  
Color:    Light Grayish Blue  
Clarity:  Transparent  
Origin:  Russia

This is a fantastic crusted 20.4 grams NWA (Northwest Africa) 869 L3-6 classified meteorite Individual found by Nomads in the Sahara Desert. The dimensions of the specimen are 30x23x19 mm.

NWA 869 classified meteorites can still be interesting and this one is for sure perfectly shaped to catch your attention. It displays a superb crust on most of its surface.  Most samples are individual meteorites but some fragments (mostly >1 kg) also occur. In most cases the fusion crust has been polished or ablated by wind erosion. Many samples are more severely affected and show faces with deep wind erosion features. Fracture faces, formed by ground collision, show a typical gray-green color and sometimes visible brecciation (light and/or dark clasts).

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

Product Type: Star Sapphire
Approx Weight (per piece):  2.0ct
Size: 7.0x6.5mm
Shape: Oval Cabochon
Color: Fine Pale Blue
Clarity:  Transparent Sharp 6 Rays Star
Origin: Myanmar (Burma)
Treatment: None 

Product Type: Star Sapphire
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.88ct 
Size: 8x6mm 
Shape: Pear Shape Cabochon
Color: Royal Blue
Clarity:  Opaque Sharp 6 Rays Star
Origin:  Thailand
Treatment:  Diffusion*

*This gemstone was heated and surface diffused to improve its appearance.  This is a routine and safe treatment that is accepted worldwide.

Product Type: Zircon
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.39ct 
Size: 7x5mm
Shape: Oval Cut
Color: Fine Cinnamon Yellow 
Clarity:  Clean
Origin: Cambodia

Zircon comes in a variety of colors, including blue, yellow, green, brown, and red, and is renowned for its exceptional brilliance.  Blue zircon, in particular, is highly sought after for its vibrant and saturated hue.   Zircon is found in many locations worldwide, including Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Australia. Some of the oldest zircon crystals have been dated to be over 4 billion years old, making them among the oldest minerals on Earth.

Zircon has a hardness of 6.5 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it durable enough for use in various types of jewelry. However, care should be taken to avoid sharp blows and extreme temperatures.

Zircon is associated with promoting spiritual growth, mental clarity, and prosperity. It is also thought to enhance self-confidence and provide protection.

It's important to note the distinction between natural zircon and cubic zirconia. Natural zircon is a genuine gemstone, while cubic zirconia is a synthetic material often used as a diamond simulant.