International Minerals 46
Laman celestine deposit, Qala e Naw District, Badghis, Afghanistan
Size: 7 x 6 x 3.5 cm
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This celestine is from a new find that has produced a moderate number of fine celestine specimens.
This piece has a total size of 7 cm and shows a main crystal with a size of 4.1 x 2,6 cm.
Especially the intense blue color of the coelestin, which stands out against the yellowish background, is very appealing here.
The crystals are shiny, partly transparent and sharp-edged. The main view doesn't show any damage or even abrasions. Only the underside of the lower side-crystal is contacted but you don't see that from the front.
In our video you can see the aesthetics and quality very nicely!
Without a doubt, one of the more beautiful pieces we have seen of the find so far!
Boekenhoutshoek area, Nkangala District, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Size: 11.1 x 7.3 x 5.7 cm
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The cactus-quartz from Boekenhoutshoek are classics from over 20 years ago that stand out for their unusual shape and intensive color. The prismatic amethysts are overgrown by a second generation of short pointed crystals which generates the unique catcus-look. While most specimens from this site are rather pale, it is amazing to see how deep and strong the purple color can become in this specimen! Superb luster and a very attractive aesthetics make this a terrific specimen in best condition!
Milpillas Mine, Cuitaca, Mun. de Santa Cruz, Sonora, Mexico
Size: 8.9 x 7.7 x 4.3 cm
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In 2013 the famous Watercourse Pocket was opened and held some of the best specimens ever to be found in the Milpillas mine. This rich and spectacular floater specimen was part of that find.
The crystals are sharp, highly lustrous and of the brilliant electric blue color everyone is in love with.
In between the rhombic azurites you can see pseudomorph malachite after azurite. Most of that malachite however has been overgrown with a second generation of azurite which then creates that bright and easy to illuminate blue color. Absolutely breathtaking in person and all over in fantastic condition!
Ex Thomas Weiland collection.
Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Size: 4.7 x 3.1 x 2.7 cm
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The main spessartine on this excellent specimen is super sharp and completely flawless. It has a diameter of a bit over 1 cm, bright red color and splendid luster! The single isolated crystal is set on a very well crystallized white feldspar matrix with some smaller garnets as addition. On the right side the feldspar is covered in a silvery layer of microcrystalline mica which adds a fine and vivid visual effect. The whole specimen is in perfect condition and very nicely arranged!
Golconda Mine, Governador Valadares, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Size: 6.3 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm
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Bertrandite is a beryllium hydroxide that is found in beryllium rich pegmatites.
But it is extremely hard to find this material in specimen quality.
The Golconda mine is the only known source for Brazilian bertrandite. First finds were reported in 1992 but have been scarce ever since.
This specimen is from a new find and it is absolutely lovely!
Individual crystals reach up to 4 cm which is certainly impressive for the material!
Typically crystals are rather small, no more than 1 cm, which makes this one really exceptional!
The pearlescent translucent crystals are beautifull crystallized and in very best condition!
They are set on pristine white albite which we haven't seen in such elegance before!
Mogok Township, Mandalay Division, Burma (Myanmar)
Size: 5.7 x 5.5 x 4.1 cm
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The single ruby on this specimen has a visible size of 1.6 cm and is absolutely brilliant! It is in very best condition and highly lustrous on all sides. The color is a lovely pink with a whitish zone in the center. The ruby is set on a exceptionally well crystallized white calcite matrix. A splendid ruby specimen of highest appeal!
Hyderabad District, Telangana, India
Size: 11.2 x 8 x 5.8 cm
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This excellent phantom quartz specimen from the new finds in Hyderabad shows particularly intensive colors!
The purple and red hematite inclusions are easily visible through the transparent quartz and some iron oxide coating around the base adds some orange color too. Very attractive!
Unlike many specimens from this find which are damaged all over, this one is in excellent condition with only very minimal abrasions here and there. It is an outstanding piece from a spectacular find!
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A lovely little anatase cystal on a contrasting white matrix! The aesthetic is quite striking, the anatase is all perfect and sharp with a maximum diamter of 0.9 cm. A perfect little thumbnail specimen from the Zard Mountains!
Fengjiashan Mine, Daye Co., Huangshi Prefecture, Hubei Province, China
Size: 8.2 x 6.6 x 4.3 cm
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Brilliant white calcite scalenohedrons are covered in sparkling golden chalcopyrite on this highly aesthetic specimen from the iron-copper deposit at Fengjiashan Mine! The largest calcite is a 5.3 cm doubly terminated crystal, prominently set at the very top. It is supportet by a complex aggregate of smaller crystals, all covered by brilliant chalcopyrite. The overall condition is very well with only some contacts around the base. Absolutely gorgeous specimen of vibrant character!