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This is a Selenite sphere from Morocco. The sphere comes from a selenite mass of Satin Spar, and is partially clear (the rest is translucent), with a lovely Chatoyancy.

Selenite, also known as Gypsum, is one of the more common minerals in sedimentary environments. It is a major rock forming mineral that produces massive beds, usually from precipitation out of highly saline waters. Since it forms easily from saline water, gypsum can have many inclusions of other minerals and even trapped bubbles of air and water.

Gypsum has several variety names that are widely used in the mineral trade. "Selenite" is the colorless and transparent variety that shows a pearl like luster and has been described as having a moon like glow. The word selenite comes from the Greek for Moon and means moon rock. Another variety is a compact fibrous aggregate called "satin spar" . This variety has a very satin like look that gives a play of light up and down the fibrous crystals. A fine grained massive material is called "alabaster" and is an ornamental stone used in fine carvings for centuries, even eons.

Selenite is believed to be a calming stone that instills deep peace and is excellent for meditation.  Selenite has an ethereal quality and is said to inhabit the place between light and matter.  Although an ancient stone, it is still one of the most powerful crystals.

It is thought that Selenite can be used to form a protective grid around a house, creating a safe and quiet space that does not allow outside influences in.  A large piece of Selenite placed in the house ensures a peaceful atmosphere.

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Selenite Satin Spar Sphere
Dimensions: 66 mm - 2.6 inches
Weight: 355 grams - 12.5 oz
Origin: Midelt Morocco

This is a rare and fantastic 5 gram Libyan Desert Glass from Kuffra, Libya, with dimensions of 28x16x13 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 rare and fantastic 7.2 gram Libyan Desert Glass from Kuffra, Libya, with dimensions of 36x12x23 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 rare and fantastic 9 gram Libyan Desert Glass from Kuffra, Libya, with dimensions of 28x21x18 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.

An outstanding Bixbyite crystal from Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Utah.  This crystal has a mirror-like luster and is a good size specimen. A great example of Bixbyite with a single black cube exhibiting trioctahedral corners, a mirror-like metallic luster.  It has no damage, making this a fine specimen.

Product Type:  Bixbyite Crystal  
Specimen Size:   Thumbnail-Sized
Dimensions:  Specimen: 8x7x6 mm
                       Box:  33x33x35
Weight: 9.7 gr / 0.3 oz (including box)
Origin: Mined at Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah USA

Product Type: Oro Verde Citrine
Approx Weight (per piece): 16.5ct
Size: 15x14mm
Shape: Baguette Laser Cut
Color: Olive Green
Clarity:   Clean
Origin:   Brazil

Product Type: Citrine
Approx Weight (per piece): 14.65ct
Size: 19.3x12.7x9mm
Shape: Octagon Cut
Color: Golden Yellow
Clarity: Clean to the eye
Origin: Madagascar, Africa
Treatment: None (unheated, untreated)

This Serandite and Analcime specimen comes from the Poudrette Quarry at Mount Saint-Hilaire and displays nice terminated crystals. The specimen also has some intersecting black aegirine crystals.

Serandite is the signature mineral of Mont Saint-Hilaire and is the most sought-after species coming from that locality.  The great looking translucent, colorless analcime crystal is also an excellent specimen from the world renowned location that is MSH. This beautiful crystal cluster would be a great addition to any new or existing collection.

Name:  Serandite & Analcime Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized  
Dimensions: 52x36x24 mm / 2.0x1.4x0.9 inches  
Weight:  33.71 Grams / 1.2 Ounces   
Origin: Mined in Poudrette Quarry, Mont Saint-Hilaire, Québec, Canada

This is a natural cluster formation of large calcite crystals with hematite inclusions. This piece has some white color to translucent crystals with areas of orange/red coloring from hematite inclusions, with sharp tabular crystal formations. There are some nicks and imperfections on a few crystals but would still shine in the proper setup.  Those don't take away from how interesting this piece is.  Would be a nice addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Calcite with Hematite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 52x41x41 mm / 2x1.6x1.6 inches
Weight: 58.3 Grams / 2.1 oz
Origin: Mined in Lane Quarry Westfield, Hampden Co., Massachusetts, USA

Product Type: Citrine
Approx Weight (per piece): 4.3ct
Size: 8.5mm
Shape: Faceted Sphere
Color: Yellow Golden
Clarity:  Clean
Origin:  Brazil

Product Type: Star Sapphire
Approx Weight (per piece):  2.2ct
Size: 6.5x5.5mm
Shape: Oval Cabochon
Color: Silver
Clarity:  Fine Crystal Sharp 6 Rays Star
Origin:  Myanmar (Burma)
Treatment: None

This is a very fine cleavage of Rhodochrosite crystal from the world renowned location that is Mont Saint Hilaire, Quebec, Canada. It is an attractive facet-grade miniature size specimen that we collected in 2002. The crystal consists entirely of rhodochrosite, with no attached matrix. Rhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate mineral best known for its pink to red colours.

Mont Saint-Hilaire is known for its exceptional diversity of rare and unusual minerals. A well-formed, facet-grade rhodochrosite crystal from this locality offers particular interest to collectors because of the combination of its mineral quality and Canadian provenance.

This beautiful crystal would be a great addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Rhodochrosite Crystal
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized  
Dimensions:  39x27x23 mm / 1.5x1.1x0.9 Inches
Weight:  46 Grams / 1.6 Ounces / 230 Carats
Origin: Mined in Poudrette Quarry, Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Québec, Canada

Product Type: Prasiolite | Green Amethyst | Quartz
Product ID: AMGR21432-34
Approx Weight (per piece): 3.24ct +
Size: 9mm
Shape: Square Cut
Color: Light Green
Clarity: Clean
Origin:  Brazil

Note: Prasiolite is also known as green quartz, green amethyst or vermarine.

Calcite is found throughout the world in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks. Some geologists consider it to be a "ubiquitous mineral" - one that is found everywhere. Calcite is the principal constituent of limestone and marble.  Laumontite is a member of the zeolite group, and occurs in many of the zeolite deposits.

Quartz crystals are among the most abundant and well-known minerals on Earth. It belongs to the hexagonal crystal system, and typically forms six-sided prismatic crystals with a pointed termination. Its crystals can be colorless or exhibit a wide range of colors. The color variations are often due to the presence of impurities or trace elements during the crystal's formation. Quartz is transparent to translucent. 

Name:  Calcite, Quartz and Laumontite in Geode
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  152x121x89 mm / 6x4.75x3.5 inches
Weight: 1.34 KG / 2 lbs 15 ounces
Origin: Mined in Dindoshi, India

Calcite is found throughout the world in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks. Some geologists consider it to be a "ubiquitous mineral" - one that is found everywhere. Calcite is the principal constituent of limestone and marble.

Calcite is said to be a powerful amplifier and cleanser of energy.  It is believed that having calcite is a room cleans negative energies from the environment.  It is also said that Calcite alleviates emotional stress and replaces it with serenity.  It is believed to be aa stabilizing stone, enhancing trust in oneself and strengthening the ability to overcome setbacks.

Name: Calcite crystal
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 136x80x55 mm / 5.4x3.1x2.2 inches
Weight: 427.2 Grams / 15.07 Ounces
Origin: La Union, Spain

Here is a truly amazing Selenite sphere from Morocco. The sphere comes from a large selenite mass of satin spar, and is partially clear (the rest is translucent), with a lovely chatoyancy.

Selenite, also known as Gypsum, is one of the more common minerals in sedimentary environments. It is a major rock forming mineral that produces massive beds, usually from precipitation out of highly saline waters. Since it forms easily from saline water, gypsum can have many inclusions of other minerals and even trapped bubbles of air and water.

Gypsum has several variety names that are widely used in the mineral trade. "Selenite" is the colorless and transparent variety that shows a pearl like luster and has been described as having a moon like glow. The word selenite comes from the Greek for Moon and means moon rock. Another variety is a compact fibrous aggregate called "satin spar" . This variety has a very satin like look that gives a play of light up and down the fibrous crystals. A fine grained massive material is called "alabaster" and is an ornamental stone used in fine carvings for centuries, even eons.

Selenite is believed to be a calming stone that instills deep peace and is excellent for meditation.  Selenite has an ethereal quality and is said to inhabit the place between light and matter.  Although an ancient stone, it is still one of the most powerful crystals.

It is thought that Selenite can be used to form a protective grid around a house, creating a safe and quiet space that does not allow outside influences in.  A large piece of Selenite placed in the house ensures a peaceful atmosphere.

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Selenite Satin Spar Sphere
Dimensions: 122 mm - 4.8 inches
Weight: 2.133 kg - 4lbs 11.2oz
Origin: Midelt, Morocco

Product Type: Sapphire
Approx Weight (per piece): 2.15ct
Size: 8.8x6.8mm
Shape: Oval Cut
Color: Pale Lime Green
Clarity: SI (Slightly Included)
Origin: Africa
Note: Irregular offset Pavilion

Product Type: Sapphire
Product ID: SPLG97054 (Appraised at $1,029.55 USD)
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.83ct
Size: 10.7x8.3mm
Shape: Maple Leaf Checkerboard Cut
Color: Lime Green
Clarity: Clean
Origin: Africa
Appraisal Certificate Included 

This is a fabulous specimen of Black kyanite and quartz mined in Marilac, Safira pegmatite district, Eastern Brazilian pegmatite province, Minas Gerais, Brazil.  The specimen will sit perfectly flat to allow easy display in a favorable position.

Kyanite is a silicate mineral and is known to be one of the most attractive natural minerals in the world, frequently found with lustrous bladed crystals, with the intensity of color varying by location of extraction. Kyanite regularly forms fibrous, radiating crystals, as well as flattened and tabular. Some crystals form with white striations, color bands, and even multi-colored crystals, though typically found with a deep blue streak running down the middle.

Name: Kyanite and Quartz Crystal
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  92x48x25 mm / 3.6x1.9x1inches 
Weight:   104.36 grams / 3.7 Ounces 
Origin:  Safira pegmatite district, Eastern Brazilian pegmatite province, Minas Gerais, Brazil

This is a Selenite sphere from Morocco. The sphere comes from a selenite mass of Satin Spar, and is partially clear (the rest is translucent), with a lovely Chatoyancy.

Gypsum is one of the more common minerals in sedimentary environments. It is a major rock forming mineral that produces massive beds, usually from precipitation out of highly saline waters. Since it forms easily from saline water, gypsum can have many inclusions of other minerals and even trapped bubbles of air and water.

Selenite, also known as Gypsum, is one of the more common minerals in sedimentary environments. It is a major rock forming mineral that produces massive beds, usually from precipitation out of highly saline waters. Since it forms easily from saline water, gypsum can have many inclusions of other minerals and even trapped bubbles of air and water.

Gypsum has several variety names that are widely used in the mineral trade. "Selenite" is the colorless and transparent variety that shows a pearl like luster and has been described as having a moon like glow. The word selenite comes from the Greek for Moon and means moon rock. Another variety is a compact fibrous aggregate called "satin spar" . This variety has a very satin like look that gives a play of light up and down the fibrous crystals. A fine grained massive material is called "alabaster" and is an ornamental stone used in fine carvings for centuries, even eons.

Selenite is believed to be a calming stone that instills deep peace and is excellent for meditation.  Selenite has an ethereal quality and is said to inhabit the place between light and matter.  Although an ancient stone, it is still one of the most powerful crystals.

It is thought that Selenite can be used to form a protective grid around a house, creating a safe and quiet space that does not allow outside influences in.  A large piece of Selenite placed in the house ensures a peaceful atmosphere.

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Selenite Satin Spar Sphere 
Dimensions: 69 mm - 2.7 inches
Weight:  402 grams - 14.2 oz
Origin: Midelt Morocco