The Tucson 2018 Mineral Showrooms

* Re-Updated April 7th, 2020 *

MIN#TUCSON2018-121 NEW!

Gorgeous combination of Beryl var. Aquamarine on Albite with Quartz and Muscovite!
This spectacular combination specimen is breathtaking, featuring a perfect horizontal and doubly
terminated 4 cm Aquamarine crystal laying atop Albite and Muscovite as a perfectly terminated Quartz
point rises vertically in the background. Mineral presentations don't get much better than this. The Aqua
is gemmy with a sky-blue coloration which contrasts beautifully with the silver Muscovite and white Albite
which surround it on all sides. In excellent condition with no contacting or detractions. A fine centerpiece.
From the Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Baltistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Northern Areas of Pakistan.
Measures 11.5 cm by 8.5 cm by 8.8 cm in total size.
Comes with a custom made, engraved display base
Price $9500

MIN#TUCSON2018-123 NEW!

Exceptional specimen featuring sharp, lustrous crystals of Native Copper!
A stunning cluster of Copper crystals with a super shiny surface and lustrous
faces. There's a combination of Quartz, Calcite, and Epidote accenting between
and atop several of the well formed crystals. No damage to speak of and one of
the prettiest patinas I've seen in a long time on a Michigan Copper specimen.
From the Calumet & Hecla Mine, Calumet, Houghton County, Michigan.
Circa late 1890's - Measures 6.5 cm by 4.1 cm by 3.2 cm in size.
Comes with a custom made, engraved display base
Price $4500

MIN#TUCSON2018-124 NEW!

Dazzling specimen featuring iridescent Chalcopyrite on Calcite crystals!
This is a fine specimen of white scalenohedral Calcites in cluster with a heavy coating
of Chalcopyrite atop the vertical faces. The Chalcopyrite shifts to a rainbow colored
iridescence along the right side and this really sets off the color contrast. Very nice!
From the Fengjiashan Mine, Daye Co., Huangshi Prefecture, Hubei Province, China.
Measures 8.5 cm by 7.4 cm by 5.3 cm in total size.
Price $1250

MIN#TUCSON2018-125 NEW!

Super rare combination of Lazurite crystals with Tourmaline on Marble matrix!
I can't recall seeing a Lazurite specimen with Tourmaline before and this very sharp 2 cm crystal sits high atop the horizontal
bluish-green Tourmaline at the base. A second, smaller Lazurite crystal can be seen in the foreground atop the white Marble matrix.
From Sar-e-Sang River, Sar-e Sang, Koksha Valley, Khash & Kuran Wa Munjan Districts, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan.
Measures 3,8 cm by 3.7 cm by 3.2 cm in total size.
Price $985

MIN#TUCSON2018-126 NEW!

Cabinet specimen displaying large crystals of Sphalerite and Ruby Jack Sphalerite on Chert!
This is a classic from the old Tri-State Mining District. It has a wonderful combination of size
and balance to go along with the numerous, highly lustrous Sphalerite crystals. Gemmy red
Ruby Jack crystals accent the larger Sphalerites in the center and along the outer edges.
Circa 1930's - From the Joplin Field, Tri-State District, Jasper Co., Missouri.
Measures 12.3 cm by 15 cm by 14.5 cm in total size.
Price $1850

MIN#TUCSON2018-127 NEW!

Large cabinet plate of forrest green Fluorite crystals appearing as botryoidal clusters on frosted Quartz matrix!
This is a new find that is different than anything else I've seen from China. The crystals are small and gemmy
with a different shade of green. Under magnification I can see dozens of lustrous, stepped angular faces but
the crystals all come together to form rounded, botryoidal mounds atop the matrix. The matrix, by the way,
consists of Quartz crystals with have all been frosted at the tips by what appears to be white Calcite. This
was one of the prettiest plates I saw in this new find and I was attracted to it because of the openings
between the individual Fluorite mounds. It gives the specimen a very beautiful isolated appearance and
this was the only large plate with this feature. In excellent condition with great color, luster and flash.
From the Xinyang Prefecture, Henan Province, China.
Measures 16 cm by 24.2 cm by 5.5 cm in total size.
Price $3500

MIN#TUCSON2018-128 NEW!

Pretty grayish-blue "cockscomb" Barite crystals with linear streams of white micro-crystals!
A wonderful example of Villabona Barite, the bluish crystals are well terminated and very glassy.
The micro-crystalline white banding is actually smaller colorless Barites and they provide a snow-like
accenting to the plate which increases the visual attractiveness. In very good condition with great flash.
From the Villabona Mines, Villabona, Llanera, Villabona Mining Area, Asturias, Spain.
Measures 6.5 cm by 10.2 cm by 3.7 cm in total size.
Ex. Trimingham Mineral Collection
Price $895

MIN#TUCSON2018-129 NEW!

Classic specimen featuring Quartz var. Amethyst crystals perched atop brown dogtooth Calcites!
These specimens are old material, mined decades ago in the 1960s -1970s. Rarely do Amethyst on Calcite
specimens appear in the marketplace these days and this specimen is from an older collection. The Amethyst
crystal cluster measures 8 cm in size and is composed of gemmy, glassy, perfectly terminated crystals. The
tips of the brown Calcites are all complete and the surfaces are super lustrous atop the sparkling matrix.
From Cerro De La Concordia, Piedra Parada (Piedras Parado), Mun. de Tatatila, Veracruz, Mexico.
Measures 9.3 cm by 8.3 cm by 7 cm in total size.
Ex. J. R. Jelks Mineral Collection
Price $2850

MIN#TUCSON2018-130 NEW!

Large cabinet plate of vibrant purple Fluorite with Barite blades in cluster!
These purple cubes are pure gems with internal phantoming and transparency all the way
down to the matrix! They sit atop a sparkling matrix of Quartz and provide a wonderful
color contrast for the creamy white Barite blade clusters. In very good condition overall.
From the Berbes Mine, Berbes, Asturias, Spain.
Measures 9.8 cm by 14 cm by 8.2 cm in total size.
Price $1450

MIN#TUCSON2018-132 NEW!

Unique specimen of bluish-green Smithsonite!
Smithsonite comes in all shapes and sizes and this one grew into what resembles a triangular
crystal habit. Looking underneath reveals that the specimen is solid Smithsonite with one layer
tightly bound to another layer and there doesn't appear to be much in the way of host matrix.
Is this specimen a pseudomorph of some kind or just a freak of nature? My guess would be
with the second option but anything is possible. The color is a lovely bluish-green or sea green
and the pristine surfaces are covered with a brilliant luster atop the rolling botryoidal growth.
From the El Refugio Mine, Choix, Sinaloa, Mexico.
Measures 9 cm by 9.2 cm by 7.5 cm in total size.
Price $895

MIN#TUCSON2018-133 NEW!

Amazing Native Copper specimen featuring large crystals, spinel-twins, and crystalline dendrites!
All of these accented by pink Adularia - This is a specimen that has a little bit of everything! Also comes
with a great looking reddish-brown patina over rolling lustrous surfaces. Very attractive and unique Copper.
From Lake Superior, Keweenaw County, Michigan.
Measures 7.5 cm by 6 cm by 4.2 cm in total size.
Price $1450

MIN#TUCSON2018-134 NEW!

Beautifully aesthetic crystals of yellow Calcite atop blue Fluorite!
This is a true lovely from the famous Illinois Fluorspar mines. These glassy-lustrous Calcites measure
up to nearly 3 cm in length and all are complete with gemmy golden tips. The Calcite crystals rise up from
a base of blue and lavender Fluorite. Virtually pristine and one of my favorite Illinois pieces from the show.
From the Annabel Lee mine, Harris Creek Sub-District, Hardin Co., Illinois.
Measures 10.6 cm by 7 cm by 5.5 cm in total size.
Price $1450

MIN#TUCSON2018-135 NEW!

Attractive specimen featuring terminated Calcite crystals atop Quartz on Hematite matrix!
This is a locality that doesn't appear at the shows very often and this fine example displays
numerous Calcite crystals perched atop light pink Quartz on sparkling brown Hematite matrix.
From the Pea Ridge Mine, Sullivan, Washington County, Missouri.
Measures 7.2 cm by 5 cm by 3.2 cm in total size.
Price $685

MIN#TUCSON2018-136 NEW!

Rosy-pink crystals of Cobaltian Smithsonite on matrix!
The dozens of translucent pink crystals and crystal faces create a flashy display of light
and luster. In very good condition overall with only some very minor contacting along the edge
trimming and bottom. The crystals are quite large and distinct and average 1 cm to 1.2 cm in size.
A lovely arrangement of large isolated pink Smithsonite crystals are located along the back side.
From the Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Namibia, SW Africa.
Measures 5 cm by 7 cm by 3.2 cm in total size.
Price $1250

MIN#TUCSON2018-137 NEW!

Very rare combination specimen of Calcite on Goethite on Hematite!
This is a rare combination specimen from the old Hiawatha No. 1 Mine which began operations
in 1893. Calcite is rarely found in association with Goethite and Hematite and this specimen is
both scarce and historical. I love the outer radial banding of the botryoidal Hematite. Spectacular!
From the Hiawatha No. 1 Mine, Stambaugh, Menominee iron range, Iron County, Michigan.
Measures 12.6 cm by 7.8 cm by 6.4 cm in total size.
Ex. Schlichter, Nowakowski, Phillips Mineral Collections
Price $1850

MIN#TUCSON2018-138 NEW!

Eye catching specimen featuring crystals of Native Copper sitting atop Quartz crystals!
From the Quincy Mine, Hancock, Houghton County, Michigan.
Measures 3.2 cm by 6.6 cm by 3.7 cm in total size.
Price $1250

MIN#TUCSON2018-139 NEW!

Classic old time Colorado mix of Galena cubes with tan Siderite on Sphalerite matrix!
One of the best combo specimens I've found in a long time from the Eagle Mine in the Gilman
Mining District, Eagle County, Colorado. The Siderite crystals are sharp and distinct with no
damage to speak of. The Galena cubes are matted but some have mirror-like faces as well.
From the Eagle Mine in the Gilman Mining District, Eagle County, Colorado.
Measures 5 cm by 10.3 cm by 3.8 cm in total size.
Ex. Brown Mineral Collection
Price $1850

MIN#TUCSON2018-140 NEW!

Exceptional large cabinet specimen of crystalline Native Copper dendrites with Cuprite crystals!
This is an incredible display piece, displaying brilliant, lustrous Native Copper and Cuprites on both sides, making
this a true 360 degree centerpiece. The entire plate is crystalline Copper from top to bottom with incredibly sharp
dendritic formations. Sitting atop the Copper crystals are dark red Cuprite crystals, flattened and large in nature,
indicating that the entire specimen crystallized inside a narrow matrix seam. Very attractive with a gorgeous patina.
From the Ray Mine, Mineral Creek District (Ray District), Dripping Spring Mts, Pinal County, Arizona.
Measures 17 cm by 15.7 cm by 1.4 cm in total size.
Price $2450

MIN#TUCSON2018-140b NEW!

Very impressive specimen featuring large Galena octahedrons on Quartz from Colorado!
I don't think I've seen a specimen with larger crystals from this locality outside of a museum.
The largest modified Galena crystal measures 6 cm in size and the others are of a similar size.
This would rate as one of the most impressive Colorado Galena specimens I've ever come across.
From the New Jersey Zinc Eagle Mine (Gilman Mine), Gilman, Gilman District, Eagle Co., Colorado.
Measures 7.4 cm by 14 cm by 10.2 cm in total size.
Ex. Dr. Gary Hansen Mineral Collection
Price $2850

MIN#TUCSON2018-140c NEW!

Glassy crystals of golden-yellow Calcite atop matrix from Illinois!
This is a high quality plate featuring the most gemmy, transparent Calcites I've ever seen from the Gaskins Mine.
The Gaskins Mine is a rarer locality for Fluorite and Calcite. These crystals are gemmy all the way to the matrix
and are very lustrous with sharp crystal faces and reflectivity. The largest Calcite in the center measures 4.5 cm
in size and the specimen is in excellent condition with barely a contact anywhere. It also stands upright by itself.
From the Gaskins Mine, Empire Sub-District, Pope County, Illinois.
Measures 8.2 cm by 9.2 cm by 6 cm in total size.
Ex. DuFoe, Charles Noll Collections
Price $1450

MIN#TUCSON2018-140d NEW!

Lovely and quite sculptural cluster of Native Copper wires atop Malachite covered Native Copper!
This is about as good as Copper wires get from the White Pine Mine in Michigan, which closed in 1995.
The wires are firm and stable as they twist and wind around one another, forming a wire cluster that stretches
upwards atop the greenish Malachite covered Copper which serves as a base below. Very unique and aesthetic!
From the White Pine Mine, White Pine, Ontonagon Co., Michigan.
Measures 11.2 cm by 4.3 cm by 1.2 cm in total size.
Price $785

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