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Fine Mineral Specimens - Recently Sold
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Legrandite on Smithsonite - SOLD
Flor de Peña Mine, Nuevo Leon, Mexico
5.5 x 3.5 cm
–ex David Stoudt, David Bristol Collections
NY2-383 - TYPE LOCALITY - This very rare legrandite specimen from the earlier discovered and lesser known Flor de Peña Mine features an attractive combination of very translucent legrandite on a bed of smithsonite. This association indicates its origins as clearly other than the better known Ojuela Mine. Regardless of its origins, this is one fine specimen!
  
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Copper on matrix - SOLD
Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
11.0 x 6.4 cm
–ex M. Sussman Collection
NY2-357 - A highly aesthetic, arborescent copper rises from a partially crystallized matrix in this beautiful cabinet specimen from Tsumeb. Formerly in the Sussman collection, this copper features a natural patina to its surfaces that extends across multiple hues and goes nicely with the pink matrix. Coppers from Tsumeb are surprisingly rare. Balanced and elegant, this copper specimen will make a fine addition to any Tsumeb suite or worldwide fine mineral collection.
  
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Adamite with Calcite - SOLD
Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
2.4 x 1.9 cm
NY2-319 - Lustrous and translucent, an adamite crystal spray hosts a cluster of colorless calcite in this lovely "thumbnail" sized specimen from the famous Ojuela Mine.
  
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NY2-302 - Caramel-colored sphärosiderite balls richly coat the surface of transparent barite crystals in this superb example of old classic material. Rarely seen on the market for sale...
  
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Wulfenite - SOLD
Ahmad Abad, Yazd Province, Iran
2.9 x 2.0 cm
NY2-311 - With nice luster and translucency, this "thumbnail" specimen features an attractive cluster of sharp-edged yellow-orange wulfenite crystals from an obscure locality. Surely 'tis a fine specimen from any locality for that matter!
  
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Wulfenite - SOLD
Ahmad Abad, Yazd Province, Iran
3.2 x 3.4 cm
NY2-310 - With nice luster and translucency, this small miniature specimen features an attractive cluster of sharp-edged yellow-orange wulfenite crystals. Attractive from all angles.
 
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Malachite ps. after Azurite - SOLD
Milpillas Mine, Sonora, Mexico
5.2 x 4.4 cm
–ex David Stoudt Collection
NY2-379 - Like a forest green carnation, this malachite pseudomorph after azurite features sharp-edged crystals with a soft chatoyancy. Several azurite blades perch on the malachite as well.
  
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Calcite "twin" - SOLD
Westfalen Mine, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
7.0 x 4.3cm
NY2-320 - A lovely, sharp calcite twin rests on a matrix of crystallized calcite needles in this miniature specimen from Brazil. The main crystals measure 2.4 cm and show nice luster and transparency.
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Beryl var. Morganite - SOLD
Nuristan, Laghman Prov., Afghanistan
3.7 x 2.2 cm
–ex Obodda Collection
NY2-317 - This superb and unique miniature specimen features an unusual elongated morganite crystal that is part of a cluster of three crystals. The morganite is complete all around and very gemmy with green tourmaline inclusions within it. The back side of the morganite is selectively frosted, as can be seen in the photos. A real beauty!
 
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Chalcedony - SOLD
Central Java, Indonesia
6.7 x 4.5 cm
NY2-346 - A natural sculpture, this chalcedony stalactite boasts overlapping bands of cream white and various shades of glowing, translucent orange.
  
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Wulfenite - SOLD
Los Lamentos, Chihuahua, Mexico
3.1 x 3.0 cm
NY-135 - Showing waxy, high luster, sharp edges, and characteristic translucency expected in Los Lamentos specimens of this habit, this high quality miniature boasts an isolated crystal positioned perfectly on the horizon of the piece.
  
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Calcite and Dolomite - SOLD
Maramures County, Romania
11.5 x 7.7 x 8.5 cm
MMB-886 - From Romania, this sculptural specimen features a large (7 cm) calcite ball lightly sprinkled with pyrite and accompanied by lustrous, tan-colored dolomite crystals.
  
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MMB-882 - Chatoyant sprays of neon turquoise aurichalcite abound in this small cabinet specimen from Ojuela. Scattered among the aurichalcite are balls of cuprian austinite, rosasite, and transparent wafers of calcite. A very attractive combination piece!
  
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Azurite - SOLD
Bisbee, Warren Dist., Cochise Co., Arizona, USA
8.7 x 7.1 x 3.0 cm
MMB-880 - Numerous, vibrant blue azurite crystals nestle within a limonite matrix that is coated with primary malachite. The azurite crystals are sharp and lustrous...better than the photos indicate. Bisbee azurites are highly sought after classics. Add one to your collection today!
  
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Adamite - SOLD
Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
8.6 x 5.6 x 5.0 cm
MMT-709 - Lustrous, vibrant yellow sprays of adamite crystals intertwine in this high quality small cabinet specimen from Ojuela. Scattered throughout the piece are jewel-like individual crystals that just throw back light at you and make this specimen a joy to hold and admire closely. Very fluorescent. Pristine.
  
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Rhodochrosite - SOLD
Uchucchacua Mine, Lima Dept., Peru
10.7 x 9.3 cm
MMT-703 - Numerous rhombohedral crystals of rhodochrosite are scattered evenly across the face of a contrasting black matrix in this cabinet specimen from Peru. While not possessing the deep cherry red color of some specimens from Peru, this piece displays well and is in great condition.
  
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