Mixed Minerals from the 2023 Tucson Show


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LP779 - Siderite, Chalcopyrite $ 600
Kaiwu Mine, Guizhou Prov., China
small cabinet - 7 x 5.5 x 4 cm


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Siderite, Chalcopyrite from Kaiwu Mine, Guizhou Prov., China [db_pics/pics/lp779a.jpg] Siderite, Chalcopyrite from Kaiwu Mine, Guizhou Prov., China [db_pics/pics/lp779b.jpg] Siderite, Chalcopyrite from Kaiwu Mine, Guizhou Prov., China [db_pics/pics/lp779c.jpg] Siderite, Chalcopyrite from Kaiwu Mine, Guizhou Prov., China [db_pics/pics/lp779d.jpg]

Bright metallic Chalcopyrite crystals intergrown with translucent, tan Siderite crystals. This is a well balanced example from this find in excellent condition with plenty of Chalcopyrite crystals well dispersed among the Siderite crystals.


LP780 - Datolite $ 1200
N'Chwanning II Mine, Northern Cape Prov., South Africa
small cabinet - 6.5 x 4.5 x 4 cm


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Datolite from N'Chwanning II Mine, Northern Cape Prov., South Africa [db_pics/pics/lp780a.jpg] Datolite from N'Chwanning II Mine, Northern Cape Prov., South Africa [db_pics/pics/lp780b.jpg] Datolite from N'Chwanning II Mine, Northern Cape Prov., South Africa [db_pics/pics/lp780c.jpg]

Rare pink Datolite crystals from old, limited finds at the N'Chwanning Mine. The crystals are a well saturated pink color, lustrous with a soft glow similar to Rose Quartz when held near a light source. There is a wonderful small stalactite growth in the center and the bottom is also covered with crystals. Ex. Marshall Sussman personal collection.


LP781 - Feldspar var. Sanidine $ 950 SOLD
Itrongay, Betroka, Anosy Region, Madagascar
miniature - 4.1 x 2.4 x 1.2 cm


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Feldspar var. Sanidine from Itrongay, Betroka, Anosy Region, Madagascar [db_pics/pics/lp781a.jpg] Feldspar var. Sanidine from Itrongay, Betroka, Anosy Region, Madagascar [db_pics/pics/lp781b.jpg] Feldspar var. Sanidine from Itrongay, Betroka, Anosy Region, Madagascar [db_pics/pics/lp781c.jpg] Feldspar var. Sanidine from Itrongay, Betroka, Anosy Region, Madagascar [db_pics/pics/lp781d.jpg]

Rare old time GEM Sanidine crystal. Feldspar is a mineral not ususally known for fine collector gem crystals, but at this locality in Madagascar, amazing water clear crystals are sometimes found. This is a doubly-terminated crystal in excellent condition, crystallized all around with exceptionally sharp form for the locality. The crystal has a strong yellow coloration and is internally transparent. The faces alternate from smooth and glassy on the narrow sides to a dimpled surface texture on the larger faces. Both ends have good bevelled terminations. Ex. Heinrich Prager collection.


LP782 - Willemite $ 2500 SOLD
Tsumeb, Namibia
cabinet - 9.5 x 6 x 4.5 cm


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Willemite from Tsumeb, Namibia [db_pics/pics/lp782a.jpg] Willemite from Tsumeb, Namibia [db_pics/pics/lp782b.jpg] Willemite from Tsumeb, Namibia [db_pics/pics/lp782c.jpg] Willemite from Tsumeb, Namibia [db_pics/pics/lp782d.jpg]

Intergrown spherical masses of translucent blue Willemite crystals over matrix. It's uncommon to find this combination of color, quality, and size in a Tsumeb Willemite.


LP783 - Diaspore $ 1500 SOLD
Milas, Mugla Prov., Turkey
miniature - 3.2 x 1.7 x 0.6 cm


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Diaspore from Milas, Mugla Prov., Turkey [db_pics/pics/lp783a.jpg] Diaspore from Milas, Mugla Prov., Turkey [db_pics/pics/lp783b.jpg] Diaspore from Milas, Mugla Prov., Turkey [db_pics/pics/lp783c.jpg] Diaspore from Milas, Mugla Prov., Turkey [db_pics/pics/lp783d.jpg] Diaspore from Milas, Mugla Prov., Turkey [db_pics/pics/lp783e.jpg]

Well terminated, untwinned single Diaspore crystal. Transparent with a golden body color and a light purple termination. The body has vertical striations and the termination faces are glassy. This particular pocket characterized by purple tips had the best, well crystallized terminations. Complete all around and undamaged.


LP784 - Apophyllite on Stilbite $ 600
Jalgaon, Maharashtra State, India
small cabinet - 6 x 5.5 x 5 cm


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Apophyllite on Stilbite from Jalgaon, Maharashtra State, India [db_pics/pics/lp784a.jpg] Apophyllite on Stilbite from Jalgaon, Maharashtra State, India [db_pics/pics/lp784b.jpg] Apophyllite on Stilbite from Jalgaon, Maharashtra State, India [db_pics/pics/lp784c.jpg]

Glassy, transparent green Apophyllite crystal surrounded by peach colored Stilbite crystals. The Apophyllite is 5.5cm tall and penetrates all the way through the Stilbite crystals. The truncated tip of the Apophyllite is natural growth and not a cleavage (there are small dimples and growth hillocks on the surface).


LP785 - Scorodite $ 1500 SOLD
Hemerdon Mine, Pympton, Devon, England
small cabinet - 6 x 5 x 3 cm


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Scorodite from Hemerdon Mine, Pympton, Devon, England [db_pics/pics/lp785a.jpg] Scorodite from Hemerdon Mine, Pympton, Devon, England [db_pics/pics/lp785b.jpg] Scorodite from Hemerdon Mine, Pympton, Devon, England [db_pics/pics/lp785c.jpg]

Large open vug in Quartz lined with blue Scorodite crystals. The crystals are numerous and reach 4-5mm in size. This specimen displays very well. Ex. Tim Sherburn collection.


LP786 - Calcite on Rosasite $ 350 SOLD
Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
small cabinet - 5.5 x 4.5 x 1.5 cm


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Calcite on Rosasite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp786a.jpg] Calcite on Rosasite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp786b.jpg] Calcite on Rosasite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp786c.jpg]

Transparent Calcite crystals covering and included by blue/green Rosasite. This is in excellent condition and has great color and sparkle.


LP787 - Calcite on Inesite $ 750 SOLD
N'Chwanning Mine, Kuruman, N. Cape Prov., South Africa
miniature - 4 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm


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Calcite on Inesite from N'Chwanning Mine, Kuruman, N. Cape Prov., South Africa [db_pics/pics/lp787a.jpg] Calcite on Inesite from N'Chwanning Mine, Kuruman, N. Cape Prov., South Africa [db_pics/pics/lp787b.jpg] Calcite on Inesite from N'Chwanning Mine, Kuruman, N. Cape Prov., South Africa [db_pics/pics/lp787c.jpg] Calcite on Inesite from N'Chwanning Mine, Kuruman, N. Cape Prov., South Africa [db_pics/pics/lp787d.jpg]

Densely packed, rounded clusters of red Inesite crystals with attached white Calcite crystals. A superb example from N'Chwanning much better than the more common drusy coatings of crystals. Complete and well crystallized all around.


LP788 - Andradite var. Melanite $ 280 SOLD
Kayes Region, Mali
miniature - 5 x 4 x 2 cm


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Andradite var. Melanite from Kayes Region, Mali [db_pics/pics/lp788a.jpg] Andradite var. Melanite from Kayes Region, Mali [db_pics/pics/lp788b.jpg] Andradite var. Melanite from Kayes Region, Mali [db_pics/pics/lp788c.jpg]

Sharp, glossy black Andradite crystals on matrix. The main crystal is well isolated and 1.5cm wide.


LP789 - Scorodite $ 600
Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
miniature - 4.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm


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Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp789a.jpg] Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp789b.jpg] Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp789c.jpg] Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp789d.jpg]

Large, well formed Scorodite crystals on matrix. The crystals reach 1.1cm wide and are present on both sides of specimen. The crystals have areas of red coloration inside which can be seen when backlit. These were analyzed and trace Copper and Cobalt were detected which may be the cause of the red coloration.


LP790 - Scorodite $ 750
Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
small cabinet - 8.5 x 5 x 3 cm


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Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp790a.jpg] Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp790b.jpg] Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp790c.jpg]

Large open vug in Limonite lined by small Scorodite crystals with a cluster of larger blue Scorodite crystals towards the top of the vug. The largest crystals reach 6mm wide.


LP791 - Scorodite $ 600
Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
small cabinet - 6.5 x 5 x 3.5 cm


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Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp791a.jpg] Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp791b.jpg] Scorodite from Mina Oujela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico [db_pics/pics/lp791c.jpg]

Large, well formed Scorodite crystals on matrix. The crystals reach 1.3cm wide. When backlit the crystals show red coloration in areas. These were analyzed and trace Copper and Cobalt were detected which may be the cause of the red coloration.


LP699 - Covellite $ 450
Butte, Silver Bow Co., Montana, USA
small cabinet - 5.5 x 4 x 3


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Covellite from Butte, Silver Bow Co., Montana, USA [db_pics/pics/lp699a.jpg] Covellite from Butte, Silver Bow Co., Montana, USA [db_pics/pics/lp699b.jpg] Covellite from Butte, Silver Bow Co., Montana, USA [db_pics/pics/lp699c.jpg] Covellite from Butte, Silver Bow Co., Montana, USA [db_pics/pics/lp699d.jpg]

Large foliated crystals of Covellite from Butte. The crystals show colorful irridescent colors and are associated with Pyrite crystals.


MK970 - Rutile with Quartz $ 200
Novo Horizonte, Bahia, Brazil
miniature - 4.5 x 3.5 x 3


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Rutile with Quartz from Novo Horizonte, Bahia, Brazil [db_pics/pics/mk970a.jpg] Rutile with Quartz from Novo Horizonte, Bahia, Brazil [db_pics/pics/mk970b.jpg] Rutile with Quartz from Novo Horizonte, Bahia, Brazil [db_pics/pics/mk970c.jpg] Rutile with Quartz from Novo Horizonte, Bahia, Brazil [db_pics/pics/mk970d.jpg]

A black Hematite crystal with radiating needles of golden Rutile partially included within a transparent smokey Quartz crystal.

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