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SPECIMENS FROM MEXICO

Updated 7/28/09

We have a wide variety of specimens from Mexico - many more than just the few representative samples that we are showing here.

Creedite from Rodeo, Durango, Mexico. These are very showy pieces, ranging in size from about 1 inch to 2.5 inches. Prices range from $5-$36, with most under $20.

creedite, mexico__(close up of crystals)__Creedite (G07-1093), $30.

Fluorite from the Naica Mine, Chihuahua, Mexico, some of which have pyrite and chalcopyrite crystals included in the fluorite. These are very gemmy, clear specimens, and the photo below doesn't do them justice. Prices range from $10-$50.

fluorite, naica mine, mexico__Fluorite with pyrite included, Naica Mine, Chihuahua, Mexico (#G07-571 $32). The specimen is about 1.75 inches across.

Red-pink calcite from Santa Eulalia, Mexico. These larger specimens also contain small hemimorphite and hemitite crystals, and fluoresce orange-red under UV light. Prices range from $5-$36. These fluorescence red under UV light.

calcite, mexico__Calcite, Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua, Mexico (#G08-977, $28)

Gypsum (selenite) roses, from Samulavuca, Chihuahua, Mexico. These specimens are both fluorescent and phosphorescent under UV light. Prices range from $2-$12. We also have a flat of these in smaller sizes for sale at wholesale prices.

gypsum, selenite rose, mexico__Gypsum roses, Mexico (#G07-193 on left G07-194 on right, $10 each)

 

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