Tsumeb is known for this type of distinctive pseudomorph and this piece is EXCEPTIONAL for a pseudo. This spray, one of the rarest and most three-dimensional specimens from the mine, is in unusually fine condition with a metallic sheen and texture that really appeals to me and I like the way it displays in 360 degree views. It includes analyzed tennantite and twinned crystals of probably chalcocite.

Smithsonite blessed with phosphophyllite-like zest on ultra-clean white dolomite is not only sensational and appealing for the mineral but also reach its peak at Tsumeb. After all, only a few important finds of this copper-rich species were extracted from underground workings during the duration of the mine and collectors seem to treasure this style of eye candy most. The level of these rhombohedral crystals, meeting in sharp junctions and partly see-through, is considered a highly desirable part of the piece. I can see where crowds of collectors might want it several years from now, for sheer rarity and effective display.

Gem pocket mimetite is always special and this discovery remains one of the most significant finds in mineralogical history. Out of its pocket contents, this lengthy crystal to 4.1 cm is one of the very largest and most attractive specimens from the famous mine. Only a few crystals were deemed to be large, most of them were less than 2 cm in size. This piece is both beautiful and rare.

This significant specimen is one of the, if not the, finest cotton candy-pink fluorapatites from Colombia, simply because of size and external form as a floater. This lengthening of crystals is unusual to see in a species that trends toward truncated morphology. Every inch of this thing imparts a beautiful shine and it is in great condition all the way around.

Rich amounts of willemite to almost 0.5 cm cluster around knobby dolomite. All the crystals are gemmy and lustrous with varying shades of blue and yellow. No damage. Ex Prosper Williams

10 x 7.5 cm. This outstanding specimen has two main things going for it - form and crystals that fan out attractively. This layered crown of quartz displays great as you can tell and gives the specimen a very distinctive look. Complete on back part of specimen.

Big name spots for amethyst such as Las Vigas produce some of the highest quality and most distinguished crystals available from any locality and this V-shaped framework of two offer considerable aesthetic effect for display. The body isn’t flawed in any way and the surface is bright and glassy and ding free on its fully developed terminations.

The only leading locality and most celebrated deposit for red beryl is located on the eastern flank of the Wah Wah mountains in Utah where gorgeous beryls occur in eye-popping red. This natural crystal consists of super-gemmy and very glassy design. It is without repair and no nicks on the termination.

Collectors and dealers consider uvarovite garnet from the Outokumpu deposit to be among the finest in the world. This is one of the few REALLY GREAT uvarovites known from the standpoint of superb quality and complete form, which is absent in many other crystals from Finland. The morphology is pointed at one end and 85% of this crystal is without close-fitting quartz. I assume the quality is excellent because it came from an open pocket. The impressive, large crystal is 2 x 1.5 cm.

A fine and beautiful combination specimen from China. These deep gem-red sphalerites to 2.2 cm, some in complex form next to sharp galena and clear quartz, glow richly and attractively in contrast to its matrix. This collection of minerals is relatively uncommon in such quality. No damage.

Cassiterites with such splendor are highly coveted in worldwide collections. Seemingly black and opaque in appearance, this grouping is actually transparent, resulting in crystals whose faces shimmer with glints of light and radiant luster and this, the most delightful kind, is a classy coffee brown.

An extremely bright and very gemmy cluster of violet-purple crystals to 3.7 cm stick up from thinly formed lime-green epidote in a very attractive way. Las Vigas is famous for this artistic and elegant variety of quartz (amethyst) that is typical for the locality.

This particular locality produced record-breaking anatase specimens between 2000-2005. An exceptional crystal featuring sharply developed pyramidal faces and indigo-black reflections. It was on account of this bipyramidal habit that the mineral anatase was named by Rene Just Hauy in 1801.

A rich and attractive plate of acicular dundasite grew on top of intense red crocoite. This rare lead aluminum carbonate mineral originates from the Adelaide mine in Australia, the type locality for this species.

This stalactitic malachite specimen displays bright green rings spanning the full extent of its sliced cross section of riveting chatoyancy and fine polish.

These absolutely mesmerizing bright green rings consisting of banded crystals in a circular layout make this a fine piece of lapidary art.

This banded malachite displays bright green rings spanning the full extent of its sliced cross section of riveting chatoyancy and fine polish.

This large doubly terminated crystal, 16 cm in width, is absolutely gorgeous with its golden-cognac colored tips and totally gemmy body. The distinctive appearance is visually appealing for calcite and I firmly believe no other displays quite like it. Despite some imperfections, this specimen is in very fine condition without badly damaged crystals that we typically see in Elmwood material and all things considered - it’s a GREAT piece.

Calcite with oriented pyrite microcrystals mark this specimen in a nice way. This eloquent set of lines glisten in contrast to the crystal and showcase its “Mercedes Star” outline.

This rather irresistible cabinet sized display specimen is unusually large and full of complex crystals to 2.7 cm that give off a gentle soft glow, bright metallic luster and good red hue. Its matrix, completely smothered with sugary needles of quartz. Ex Randy Parnagian