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Hematite-Rich Iron-Oxide Crystal Cluster — Western U.S. — 0.8 oz
$49.95
Hematite-Rich Iron-Oxide Crystal Cluster — Western U.S. — 0.8 oz
This is the exact photographed specimen: a compact, metallic dark iron-oxide crystal cluster with a rugged, cavity-rich surface and scattered angular crystal faces. The visual identification is offered conservatively as hematite-rich iron oxide from the specimen’s dark metallic luster and iron-stained matrix; laboratory confirmation has not been performed.
- Weight: 0.8 oz (approximately 23 g)
- Locality: Western United States (reported)
- Age: 10–500 million years old (reported; broad range not independently verified)
- Mineral: Hematite-rich iron oxide (visual identification; untested)
- Habit: Dense drusy-to-angular crystal growth on an irregular iron-rich matrix
- Condition: Natural, unpolished specimen with uneven edges, small cavities, and minor earthy iron-oxide coating consistent with its formation
- Treatments: None reported
Geology: Iron oxides such as hematite commonly form where iron-bearing fluids precipitate minerals or where earlier iron minerals alter in oxygen-rich near-surface conditions. This piece retains a textured record of that process in its sparkling dark crystal faces and reddish-brown matrix.
Collector Rarity Index™: 5/10 — Scarce. This score reflects its compact crystal coverage, metallic texture, one-of-one status, and current availability; it is not a formal scientific measure of mineral rarity.
Collector note: A strong small cabinet specimen for iron-mineral, oxidation-zone, and texture-focused collections. A tiny bright yellow feature is visible in the photographs but is left unidentified rather than assigned to a mineral species.
Traditional crystal lore: Hematite is often associated with grounding, steadiness, and focus. These are cultural or spiritual beliefs only and are not medical claims or a substitute for professional care.
One-of-one. You will receive the exact specimen shown.
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