Legrandite - SOLD
Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
2.9 x 1.7 x 1.0 cm

MMS-245 - This prismatic, fully-terminated legrandite specimen is surprisingly thick and noteworthy in that it is not a spray of crystals. Numerous, sub-parallel crystals have been bound together naturally by a transparent, mirror-bright layer. A competition-quality legrandite specimen to be sure!

– ex Kerith Graeber Collection

Topaz - SOLD
Topaz Mtn., Thomas Range, Utah, USA
9.2 x 7.3 x 7.2 cm

MMS-255 - This three-dimensional cluster of elongated topaz crystals (to 4.2 cm) with gemmy terminations and a pleasing sherry color makes for quite a flashy specimen in a display case. There are many more crystals on this piece than can be seen from the photos, and the piece can be displayed from multiple directions. Mined from Maynard's Claim, the specimen is featured in the book on Utah topaz compiled by the partnership that ran the mine for a time.

– ex Dr. Edward David, John Holfert Collections

Topaz - SOLD
Katlang, NW Frontier Province, Pakistan
5.3 x 3.0 x 1.9 cm

MMS-262 - This sizeable, pinkish-orange topaz crystal is complete all around and fully terminated with the look of a specimen from Ouro Preto. The crystal faces are quite lustrous and lightly striated...a fine gem crystal!

Manganite - SOLD
Ilfeld, Nordhausen, Harz Mtns., Germany
9.4 x 7.3 x 5.5 cm

MMB-589 - An aesthetic cluster of manganite crystals (to 2.5 x 2.5 cm) shows the perfection of form and high luster that made pieces from this limited find in the 1880's so famous. In fact, they're still considered the best of species. In addition to its historical value, we find that the metallic luster and black color of manganite specimens provides a pleasing contrast in any display case.

Cerussite with Malachite inclusions - SOLD
Tsumeb Mine, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
4.3 x 3.5 x 2.6 cm

MMB-605 - In this rare and coveted miniature from Tsumeb, reticulated crystals of cerussite are richly included with malachite. Due to the nature of the material, there is some damage on the piece, as is expected. The cerussite is highly transparent, allowing the malachite inclusions to be seen clearly.

Calcite on Matrix - SOLD
Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
6.8 x 6.5 x 5.1 cm

MMS-260 - A flashy cluster of very transparent and glassy calcite rhombohedrons from Tsumeb would make a fine addition to any display case. Perched atop the two largest rhombs is a smaller calcite cluster which adds that little extra pizazz in my opinion. These calcites are classics, and finding a pristine example is becoming more and more difficult. Equally attractive from 360°

Serandite with Analcime - SOLD
Mont Saint-Hilaire, Quebec, Canada
6.0 x 3.9 x 3.0 cm

MMY-1202 - A superb serandite & analcime miniature specimen worthy of any collector of mineral masterpieces! In the late 70's and early 80's, a pocket of the defining examples of serandite were uncovered. The vibrant orange serandite crystals have gemmy sections and are complete. Snow white dodecahedrons of analcime provide contrast. Natrolite and minor rhodochrosite add another dimension to this truly great miniature.

– Custom lucite base

Emerald on Matrix - SOLD
Coscuez Mine, Muzo, Boyacá Dept., Colombia
3.5 x 3.2 x 3.0 cm

MMS-216 - Mined and coveted for centuries, the Colombian emerald is the "queen" of beryls. Perched like a castle on an English countryside, this 1.3 cm gem-green crystal contrasts witht the dark matrix. Luster, transparency, color, aesthetics...this piece has it all.

Dioptase on Calcite - SOLD
Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
3.8 x 3.4 x 3.1 cm

MMS-219 - Tsumeb dioptase is perhaps the most sought after mineral from this prolific locality. This piece embodies the most classic dioptase combination: emerald green dioptase on clear white calcite. A jewel of nature if ever there is one! The photo says it all.

Tourmaline w/ Lepidolite - SOLD
Jonas Mine, Itatiaia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
3.0 x 2.7 x 2.0 cm

MMS-220 - Cranberry-red tourmalines from the famous 1978 pocket are legendary. A transparent gem tourmaline perched on sheaves of purple lepidolite make this a true natural work of art! There are different levels of color that represent the Jonas pocket of 1978, and this piece is of the very top color. Pristine...surely a competition-quality specimen to be proud of.

Fluorite on Matrix - SOLD
Blue Circle Cement Quarry, Eastgate, Weardale, England, UK
4.8 x 3.0 x 2.5 cm
– ex Francis Benjamin, Lindsay Greenbank Collections

MMS-217 - A classic English fluorite with deep color zones displays penetration twins with purple centers and mint-green exteriors. Hold this piece in the sun and be dazzled by the phosphorescent colors. Similar to the fluorite featured on the cover of the Mineralogical Record issue Private Mineral Collections in Texas.

Fluorite - SOLD
Chamonix, Haute-Savoie, Rhône-Alpes, France
2.4 x 2.0 x 1.8 cm

MMB-581 - A rose-pink fluorite crystal perches on matrix in this lovely thumbnail from Chamonix. The crystal is quite transparent and glows with color from within. A classic from the famous alpine deposits of France.

Quartz var. Herkimer Diamond - SOLD
Herkimer County, New York, USA
4.4 x 3.5 x 4.1 cm

MMB-582 - A sharp, very transparent Herkimer diamond sits on a contrasting matrix. Famous the world over as loose crystals, matrix specimens are considerably rarer. The crystals measures 3.0 cm and shows "fairy lights" from internal features. A fine miniature!

Emerald on Calcite - SOLD
Coscuez Mine, Boyaca, Colombia
7.0 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm

MMB-577 - Perched on the edge of a crystallized calcite matrix, is a quite gemmy, lustrous emerald crystal (2.0 cm) showing lovely green color. Featured with the specimen is a round brilliant emerald gemstone that perfectly matches the crystal in color and liveliness. The gemstone has not been treated and only shows a few non-distracting growth tube inclusions. — Custom lucite base

Quartz var. Amethyst - SOLD
Jacksons Crossroads, Wilkes Co., Georgia
6.3 x 5.0 x 4.9 cm

MMB-575 - A white quartz matrix adds the perfect contrast to an aesthetic grouping of amethyst crystals in this small cabinet specimen from the Jacksons Crossroads locality in Georgia. The amethyst crystals are doubly-terminated with a pleasing medium purple color.