{"product_id":"mexican-fibrous-selenite-gypsum-crystal-sparkling-bladed-formation-4-oz","title":"Mexican Fibrous Selenite Gypsum Crystal | Sparkling Bladed Formation | 4 oz","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distinctive natural mineral specimen from Mexico, likely fibrous gypsum (selenite), with elongated parallel blade-like growth, a silky lustrous ivory surface and sparkling tiny crystals along its ridges. Its upright sculptural shape and subtle translucent champagne highlights make a beautiful addition to a curated mineral display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProbable mineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gypsum (selenite \/ fibrous gypsum), visually identified, not laboratory tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico, specific mine unverified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 oz (seller provided)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ivory-white, translucent champagne, parallel fibrous texture with drusy sparkle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormation context:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gypsum grows from sulfate-bearing mineral waters under favorable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReported age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 million years (supplied provenance, unverified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural uneven or contact edges, granular matrix underside, scattered dark mineral or soil inclusions visible in photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector rarity index:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/10 (subjective specimen-specific assessment)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV fluorescence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Untested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Untested; no significant magnetic response expected from pure gypsum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe specimen’s dramatic vertical habit recalls a natural mineral column. Fine striations and glittering crystals reward close examination. As with many delicate gypsum specimens, its surfaces should not be handled unnecessarily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional metaphysical associations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selenite is associated with calm, clarity and symbolic cleansing in crystal traditions, without established scientific evidence for these effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store dry, avoid abrasion and soaking, and handle gently. You receive the exact specimen shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore related mineral specimens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compare this piece with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mexican-ram-s-horn-selenite-cluster-branching-gypsum-crystals-3-7-oz\"\u003e3.7 oz branching ram’s-horn gypsum\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/new-mineral-specimens\"\u003enewly listed mineral specimens\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stones-treasures\"\u003ecomplete mineral collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hidden Bazaar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48563278086342,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/9405\/4342\/files\/mexican-fibrous-gypsum-4oz-1.jpg?v=1793298248","url":"https:\/\/thehiddenbazaar.com\/products\/mexican-fibrous-selenite-gypsum-crystal-sparkling-bladed-formation-4-oz","provider":"THEHIDDENBAZAAR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}