2008 September Signature Natural History Auction

AMETHYST PORCUPINE
Artigas, Artigas Department, Uruguay
An Amethyst "porcupine" of colorless interior Quartz with glossy, deep violet termination faces. Some missing crystals on back, out of view, minor typical nicking, otherwise in fine condition. Measuring 3 3/8 x 3 ¾ x 2 5/8 inches, it sits on a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

AMETHYST SCEPTERS
Piedra Parada (Las Vigas), Veracruz, Mexico
Two deep purple, glassy Amethyst prisms, forming a "V" while sitting amongst a bed of colorless needle Quartz. Daniel Sr. liked to collect "V" or "rabbit" specimens, and this is such an example. Measuring 1 ½ x 1 ¾ x 1 ¾ inches, the tallest Amethyst is 1 1/8 inches long and has hopper faces. This specimen is in fine condition and was originally purchased directly from mineral dealer Dan Belsher. Sits upright in a custom labeled stand.

AMETHYST SCEPTER QUARTZ
Denny Mountain, King Co., Washington, USA
A raspberry Quartz Scepter from Denny Mountain with a colorless stem and an amethystine head with prominent silvery needles. Specimens from this locality are hard to obtain, given the hazardous nature of collecting on the vertical cliff faces. This scepter is in fine condition and measures 1/4 x 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches and has a custom base.

SMOKEY QUARTZ SCEPTER
Santa Maria do Jetiba, Espirito Santo, Southeast Region, Brazil
Smokey scepter Quartz with extreme development of fenster type hopper crystal faces. Sharp and lustrous with cocoa brown colored iron staining within the windows. Very tiny nick to the termination, otherwise this glassy scepter prism is in fine condition. Perched on a colorless to milky stem, it stands a sizable 5 3/8 inches tall and is 2 x 2 ¼ inches in diameter. Stands upright in a custom labeled stand.

QUARTZ SCEPTER
St Johnsville Quarry, St Johnsville, Montgomery Co., New York, USA
A lustrous Quartz scepter with two doubly- terminated colorless heads and a smoky Quartz stem. The stem has been stabilized but the heads are sharp and clean. This thumbnail measures ¼ x 1 ¼ inches and has a custom stand.

DOUBLE TERMINATED QUARTZ ON QUARTZ
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Double-terminated, water clear Quartz crystal perched on a single water clear Quartz prism. This highly aesthetic and unusual specimen is in almost flawless condition with a couple of minor contact areas where it grew next to other Quartzes. Overall measurements are 1 3/4 x 4 5/8 x 1 1/8 inches and it sits upright in a custom labeled base.

UNUSUAL HERKIMER QUARTZ "DIAMOND"
Herkimer Co., New York, USA
Unusual flat, tabular variety of 'Herkimer Diamond' Quartz crystal. Water clear, sharp, clean and lustrous and in excellent condition. There are excellent internal rainbows that are reflected when the crystal is rotated. The 'diamond' measures 1 ¼ x 2 x ½ inches and has a custom labeled stand. Ex George Feist collection.

WATER-CLEAR QUARTZ "DIAMOND"
Herkimer Co., New York, USA
Large, single, water clear 'Herkimer Diamond' with a slight smokey tint. The Quartz faces are mirror bright and glassy. There is minor nicking of edges and marks of attachment to the wall rock but otherwise in good condition. Overall measurements are 1 3/8 x 2 x 1 1/8 inches and it has a custom labeled base.

SMOKEY QUARTZ
Herkimer Co., New York, USA
Very large smokey 'Herkimer Diamond' Quartz that is very sharp and lustrous. Water clear, with even consistent coloration, this fine specimen is in excellent condition. It measures an impressive 2 x 3 ¼ x 2 inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

WATER-CLEAR QUARTZ "DIAMOND"
Herkimer Co., New York, USA
A cluster of three water clear 'Herkimer Diamonds' with a slight smokey tint in excellent condition. There are minor anthraxolite inclusions. Overall dimensions are 1 3/8 x 2 3/8 x 1 inches and they sit on a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Pentadora, Capilla District, Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
Over 14 colorless Japan-Law Quartz twins are squeezed together onto this fine specimen. The largest twin measures 1 ¾ inches between the "ears" and this profusion of "Jap twins" is compacted into a 2 5/8 x 3 x 1 5/8 inch area. In fine condition, this specimen came from the personal collection of Jean-Claude, a mineral dealer from Peru who liked to collect fine Japan-Law Quartzes.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Narushima Island, Nagasaki Prefecture, Kyushu Island, Japan
Very sharp and clean Japan-Law Quartz twin with no matrix. There is a miniscule amount of nicking on one edge and some minor iron staining near the base, otherwise in excellent condition. This limpid, water clear twin is 2 5/8 inches between the "ears", measures 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 7/8 inches overall and sits in a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ WITH EPIDOTE
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Rosario Mabel Claim, Pampa Blanca, Castrovirreyna District, Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
An unusual association: a large Japan-Law Quartz twin nestled in a group of single and double-terminated Quartz prisms, with contrasting sprays of dark green Epidote. Measuring 2 ½ inches between the "ears," the Japan-Law twin is in excellent condition. It was obtained from the personal collection of Jean-Claude, a mineral dealer from Peru. Overall dimensions are 3 x 3 ¼ x 3 ½ inches and it has a custom labeled base.

"LEMURIAN" QUARTZ PHANTOM

Jequitaí, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Water clear Quartz prism with an exceptionally fine interior "phantom crystal" displaying unusual stepped terminal faces. Considered one of the best "Lemurian" crystals ever found. With brilliant, glassy faces, this 4 7/8 inch crystal is in excellent condition. There is an additional, smaller "side car" crystal. Overall dimensions are 1 ½ x 1 7/8 x 4 7/8 inches and it sits upright in a custom labeled base. Ex Harvey Seigel collection.

QUARTZ WITH PHANTOM
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
A single Quartz crystal with pyramidal phantom inclusions. Water clear with fine striations on the prism faces, this is an excellent example of phantom zone development. There is minor damage to the termination but otherwise in fine condition. With a custom labeled base, the overall measurements are 7/8 x 1 x 2 ¼ inches.

QUARTZ
Var. DAUPHINE TWIN
La Gardette Mine, Bourg d'Oisans, Isère, Rhône-Alpes, France
Very fine water clear Quartz group with interesting etch pits on alternating surfaces. Virtually pristine, there is some very minor nicking to the edges of some crystals. The largest crystal is 2 ½ inches tall, overall dimensions of 1 x 1 1/8 x 3 ¼ inches. Ex George Feist collection.

ODD QUARTZ CRYSTALS
Bor Pit, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
An extremely odd Quartz group with multiple crystal towers formed of thin, flat, bladed structures that are attached to each other on their broadest faces at an angle. This is a very unusual habit. The tallest tower is almost 4 inches high. The specimen is quite sharp with only a small amount of damage to one crystal, otherwise in pristine condition. Overall measurements are 2 ¾ x 2 ¼ x 4 inches and there is a custom labeled base. Ex Iouri Poustov collection.

CLEAR QUARTZ GROUP
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
A large number of doubly- terminated, water clear Quartz prisms on a matrix of similar but singly terminated Quartz. This dynamic and aesthetic specimen is in excellent condition and measures 2 ¼ x 3 ½ x 4 inches. There are fine internal "rainbows" that are revealed when light strikes them. The largest crystal is 3 ¼ inches long. It has a custom labeled stand. Ex George Feist collection.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Pentadora, Capilla District, Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
This Quartz group is very densely populated with multiple Japan-Law twins; there are over 8 on this single specimen. The largest Japan-Law twin measures 2 1/2 inches between the "ears". There are acicular inclusions of what is probably Tourmaline, some small amount of nicking to some edges, but otherwise in very fine condition. Overall measurements are 3 5/8 x 5 1/2 x 4 1/4 inches and there is a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
La Gardette Mine, Bourg d'Oisans, Isère, Rhône-Alpes, France
A water-clear Japan-Law Twin Quartz that is very sharp, glassy & transparent. From the French Alpine gold mine that originally gave the name "Gardette Law" to what is now more commonly known as "Japan-Law" twinning. A classic Quartz from a classic mine. Measuring almost two inches across the "ears", the overall specimen is 1 ¾ x 2 x ¼ inch thick. Ex George Feist collection. Has a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ WITH EMERALD
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Peña Blanca Mine, San Pablo de Borbur, Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia
An extremely unusual Japan-Law Quartz twin with bright green Emerald crystals attesting to its Colombian origins. A sizable 4 ¼ inches between the 'ears', the crystal is very transparent and has over 5 associated Emeralds. It is in excellent condition with complex growth helices on faces. A truly remarkable specimen with overall measurements of 2 x 3 ¼ x 3 ½ inches, it sits upright on a custom labeled base.

AMETHYST
Piedra Parada (Las Vigas), Veracruz, Mexico
A classic cluster of Las Vigas Amethyst crystals that are colorless at the base going to deep red-violet at the terminations. Some negative crystals giving sparkle to the interior. Excellent condition with custom labeled base, measuring 2 7/8 x 3 ¾ x 2 5/8 inches overall with the longest crystal at 2 3/8 inches in length. Ex George Feist collection.

AMETHYST STALACTITE
Artigas, Artigas Department, Uruguay
A tall, single stalactite of pale Amethyst with a golden core. Crystals at the tip are partially overcoated with caliche (?). There is a small piece of matrix or wall rock at the base. This singular stalactite is quite long at 5 7/8 inches, especially in consideration of its diameter of 1 5/8 inches. In fine condition, the only damage is at the attachment point at the base. Sits upright in a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ SCEPTER
St Johnsville Quarry, St Johnsville, Montgomery Co., New York, USA
A lustrous Quartz scepter with multiple doubly terminated colorless heads and a smoky Quartz stem. Containing minute spherical inclusions of anthraxolite, this rare scepter from an old New York locality, measures 1 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 2 ¼ inches and has a custom stand. Ex Bill & Vicky Hlydaz collection.

PHANTOM QUARTZ
Corinto, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Colorless Quartz prism with multiple phantoms; there are over 8 parallel phantom layers in this single Quartz crystal, creating the optical illusion of infinite crystals. Bright and lustrous, there is minor nicking to one edge, otherwise in fine condition. This exotic prism is 3 5/8 inches long and 2 x 1 3/8 inches in diameter. Stands upright in a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

SMOKEY QUARTZ GWINDEL
Dodo Mine, Polar Urals, Tyumenskaya Oblast', Western-Siberian Region, Russia
A smokey Quartz Gwindel that is water clear and has an extremely sharp twist. Bright luster, with minor evidence of contact on the upper surface, this fine specimen is 3 3/8 inches tall and 1 x 2 inches in diameter. From an unusual Russian locality (not the traditional Swiss one), it was originally purchased from mineral dealer Ivo of the Karp Mineral Company.

QUARTZ "SHARK TOOTH" IN CALCITE
Herkimer Co., New York, USA
Triangular, tooth-like Quartz with surrounding mass of off-white Calcite. There are minor nicks to the edge of the Quartz but this unusual "Herkimer diamond" specimen is in good condition and measures 1 3/8 x 1 1/2 x 1 3/8 inches. Has custom labeled base.

IMPRESSIVE DOUBLE TERMINATED QUARTZ
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Large, single double terminated Quartz on Quartz. There are "cloud" type inclusions in the center of the main crystal. Some very minor nicking to the edges, but otherwise is in very good condition. The primary crystal is 8 inches in length and is water clear; the overall specimen measures 3 ½ x 8 x 3 5/8 inches. This impressive Quartz has a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

PRISMATIC QUARTZ ON ANDRADITE GARNET
Sinerechenskoe Skarn Occurrence, Kavalerovo Mining District, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Prismatic green gray Quartz crystals on reddish brown Garnet matrix. The Quartz prisms aesthetically explode from the matrix in two distinct groups in this well balanced presentation. In fine condition, the largest crystal is 1 1/4 inches long and overall measurements are 1 x 1 1/2 x 1 3/4 inches. Sits upright in custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

FINE RED QUARTZ
Itremo Massif, Ambatofinandrahana Department, Amoron'i Mania Region, Fianarantsoa Province, Madagascar
Colorless euhedral Quartz prisms with brick-red Hematite inclusions. The largest prism is 4 inches long and is very sharp and clean. The brick-red termination is in stark contrast with its white body. This very unusual specimen is in very fine condition, measures 2 3/4 x 3 1/2 inches and has a custom labeled base. Originally purchased from mineral dealer Rock Currier.

DOUBLE TERMINATED SMOKEY QUARTZ
Teichen Mine, Langteichengraben, Kalwang, Liesing - Palten Valley, Styria, Austria
An exceptionally transparent and glassy smokey, doubly terminated Quartz prism that is 3 ¾ inches long and 1 inch in diameter. The termination at one end is a product of breakage and regrowth. There is some very minor nicking but otherwise in fine condition. This water clear Austrian Quartz is displayed on a custom labeled base. Ex Russ Behnke collection.

QUARTZ EPIMORPH WITH GALENA
Shangbao Pyrite Mine, Leiyang Co., Hengyang Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Unusual druzy Quartz epimorph after Fluorite with the interior of one cast open and visible, revealing a Galena crystal on the interior wall. The colorless epimorphs are set on a matrix of colorless larger Quartz crystals. Fine condition with some inconsequential nicking to one matrix crystal Quartz. Overall specimen measures 2 x 4 1/2 x 3 3/8 inches. Has a custom labeled base.

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE QUARTZ CLUSTER
McEarl Mine, Blue Springs, Garland Co., Arkansas, USA
A group of sharp, water-clear Quartz crystals in pristine condition. They have exceptional clarity and luster. An extremely aesthetic specimen, with the largest crystal reaching 4 inches in length. Overall size is 3 5/8 x 5 3/4 x 4 7/8 inches. This was one of the premier specimens from the George Feist collection. Custom labeled base.

FINE QUARTZ GROUP
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
A fine, sharp group of water clear Quartz crystals in pristine condition. The primary crystal is over 4 inches high. This is one of the prize Quartz specimens that Daniel Sr. acquired from George Feist. Overall measurements are 2 3/8 x 3 ½ x 4 3/8 inches and it mounts on a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Pasto Bueno District, Pallasca Province, Ancash Department, Peru
Group of colorless Quartz crystals, largely composed of Japan-Law twins; there are over 14 Japan-Law twins nestled amongst a forest of normal colorless Quartz prisms. In pristine condition, with the exception of some very minor damage on the back of the specimen. The largest twin is 1 1/2 inches between the "ears" and the overall dimensions are 3 1/2 x 4 x 3 inches high. There is a custom labeled base. Originally purchased from mineral dealer Rock Currier.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Pentadora, Capilla District, Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
A Japan-Law Quartz twin with a normal Quartz prism on one side. There are microscopic inclusions of microlite (?) on the reverse. In fine condition, this transparent specimen measures ¾ x 2 ½ x 2 ¾ inches and sits upright in a custom labeled base.

COLORLESS FLUORITE WITH INCLUDED QUARTZ NEEDLES

Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
This single, colorless, absolutely water clear Fluorite cube with stepped faces has two needle-like Quartz inclusions. In excellent condition, this thumbnail specimen measures ¾ x ¾ x 5/8 inches and sits on a custom base. Ex Vladimir Pelepenko collection.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Light green cubes of Fluorite with octahedral modifications and en echelon 'cloud-type' phantoms. In very fine condition, the largest Fluorite cubes measure 1 5/8 inches on edge. Overall dimensions are 2 x 3 3/8 x 1 ½ inches, and it has a custom labeled base. Obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

GREEN FLUORITE ON MATRIX
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Simple pair of Fluorite cubes with octahedral modifications. One side of the main cube displays an en echelon group of phantom inclusions. The Fluorite cubes are water clear allowing viewing of the gray matrix through the crystal. In fine condition, the primary cube is 1 1/4 inches across and overall measurements are 2 x 2 ½ x 2 ¾ inches. There is a custom labeled base. This Fluorite was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

FINE BLUE FLUORITE
Rosiclare Mine, Rosiclare, Rosiclare Sub-District, Illinois-Kentucky Fluorspar District, Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
Very fine blue Fluorite cubes with violet centers. Transparent and sharp crystals in excellent condition. Purple fluorescence under UV light. Classic Rosiclare specimen with custom labeled base measuring 1 1/8 x 1 ¾ x 1 ½ inches and the largest cube is 1 inch across. Ex Roy Smith collection.

PURPLE FLUORITE
Cave-in-Rock Sub-District, Illinois - Kentucky Fluorspar Region, Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
Deep purple Fluorite crystals overcoating a yellow Fluorite matrix. Very minor nicking to edges of some crystals, mostly pristine. Largest crystals are 7/8 inches on edge, overall measurements 3 x 4 1/8 x 2 7/8 inches. Ex George Feist collection.

GREEN FLUORITE "SNAKE"
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Dynamic and strikingly formed aggregate of rich green, transparent Fluorite cubes with octahedral modifications on a typical gray limestone matrix. Some crystals display parallel phantom interiors, as they curve around in a circling habit that resembles a snake or, for the more excitable: the letter "C". Bright, glassy crystal faces are the hallmark of this exceptional and pristine specimen. The largest Fluorite cubes are 2 inches on edge. Overall dimensions are 9 1/2 x 10 1/4 x 5 1/2 inches. This fine specimen was procured from Daniel Jr. before it could be displayed to the general public. Stands upright on a custom labeled base.

EXCEPTIONAL YELLOW, BLUE & PURPLE FLUORITE
Cave-in-Rock Sub-District, Illinois - Kentucky Fluorspar District, Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
A major presentation of Fluorite colors in one specimen: bright blue, deep purple and vivid yellow. This specimen is an unusual overgrowth of blue and violet Fluorite cubes over a partially dissolved layer of golden yellow Fluorite. The yellow Fluorite is also visible as phantom cores in the blue and purple cubes that measure up to 2 inches on edge. Extremely impressive when backlit. Some minor damage, otherwise in very fine condition with good luster. Overall measurements are 4 x 6 3/4 x 5 inches. Custom labeled base. Ex Roy Smith collection.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Green Fluorite cubes with phantom zones and octahedral modifications. The luster varies from completely glassy to matte on the included areas/surfaces. The Fluorite is very transparent, the largest cubes are 2 ½ inches on edge, and overall it measures 4 x 5 ¾ x 4 inches. In very fine condition, it was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Has custom labeled base.

FLUORITE TWIN WITH CALCITE
Rodderup Fell Mine, Black Burn Area, Alston Moor District, North Pennines, North and Western Region (Cumberland), Cumbria, England, UK
Large pair of inter-penetrating Fluorite cubes with exceptional daylight fluorescence. The back and sides are coated with a sparkling druze of Calcite crystals. The body color is a gray green. Given the label that is attached to the back, this is an older specimen that could date back to the turn of the century. Overall measurements are 2 ¼ x 3 1/8 x 3 3/8 inches and it sits in a custom labeled base. In fine condition. Ex George Feist collection.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Group of light green Fluorite cubes, with extremely high transparency and associated colorless tabular Calcites. In excellent condition, this specimen was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. This specimen has good fluorescence and measures 2 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 6 5/8 inches with crystals to 5/8 inches on edge. Has custom labeled base.

YELLOW & PURPLE FLUORITE WITH CHALCOPYRITE
Cave-in-Rock, Illinois-Kentucky Fluorspar District, Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
Illinois Fluorite from the famous Cave-in-Rock region that is no longer producing classic specimens such as this: yellow core with blue and violet exterior dusted with minute Chalcopyrite crystals. There is minor nicking to a couple of edges, otherwise fine. The largest crystal face measures 3 inches on edge and overall dimensions are 3 ¼ x 5 x 3 ½ inches. There is a custom labeled stand. Ex Roy Smith collection.

BLUE FLUORITE WITH CALCITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Large blue Fluorite octahedrons with colorless, tabular Calcite crystals as accents. Matte velvet luster, in very fine condition, with the largest crystals measuring 2 ½ inches on edge. Obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market, this fine specimen is from the famous "blue pocket" and comes with a custom labeled base. Overall measurements are 3 x 5 3/8 x 3 ½ inches.

BARITE ON FLUORITE
Taolin Mine, Yueyang City, Yueyang Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
A singular find from the Taolin Mine consisting of a large, colorless tabular Barite crystal perched on blue-green cubo-octahedral Fluorites. This unusual association is accented by a single Sphalerite crystal and is in excellent condition. The overall measurements are 2 x 4 ½ x 3 3/8 inches and the pristine Barite crystal measures 3 inches across. The edges and tips of the Barite crystal are water clear. Comes with a custom labeled base.

RARE FLUORITE & SELENITE ON MATRIX
Penfield, Monroe Co., New York, USA
This highly unusual Penfield specimen features a 3 inch long Selenite crystal with a very transparent Fluorite cube that is 1 ½ inches on edge. The Fluorite cube has a light lilac core and light yellow exterior, a colorful complement to the colorless, transparent Selenite. Very impressive specimen for this locality, it is sharp and in exceptionally good condition. Penfield Fluorite specimens are scarce; this extremely fine and desirable example is especially notable because of its size, quality and the unusual companion Selenite. Overall dimensions are 1 ¾ x 4 5/8 x 3 inches and it has a custom labeled base. From the collection of Dick Hauck, of the Sterling Hill Mining Museum, who originally acquired it from Dave Jensen of Ward's Natural Science and author of "Minerals of New York State."

VIVID BRIGHT GREEN FLUORITE
William Wise Mine, Westmoreland, Cheshire Co., New Hampshire, USA
Large bright emerald green, partial octahedron of Fluorite from the Wise Mine of New Hampshire. The peculiar semi-lustrous surface is typical of material from this classic U.S. locality. Overall measurements are 2 ½ x 6 x 3 ½ inches, and it is in good condition. This specimen came from Bob Berovsky, the mine owner.

BLUE FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
A powder-blue Fluorite with accessory colorless "poker chip" Calcites. The Fluorites have colorless cores with darker exteriors. The complex surfaces on the faces give the specimen a "druzy" effect. From the famous "Blue Fluorite" pocket. The specimen is 2 5/8 x 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches with the largest crystal measuring 2 inches on edge. Fine condition. Has a custom labeled base. Purchased from Daniel Jr. before it was brought to market.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Group of glassy, sharp, light green Fluorite cubes with typical cloud-like central phantom inclusions that mark it as coming from the "Green Phantom" pocket. The specimen is in pristine condition; the sharp and highly transparent cubes measure up to 1 3/8 inches on edge. Overall dimensions are 2 ¼ x 3 ¾ x 2 ¾ inches and it has a custom labeled base. Obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

GREEN FLUORITE WITH CALCITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Large, bright, colorless Calcite blades up to 3 inches across on green Fluorite cubes with octahedral modifications. The Fluorites have a glassy luster and are very transparent. It was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. In exceptionally fine condition and only minor nicking to edges, it comes with a custom labeled base and measures 3 ¼ x 3 ½ x 4 inches overall.

DEEP GOLDEN RED CALCITE ON SPHALERITE
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Central Tennessee District, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
A classic American mineral specimen, this single golden Calcite scalenohedron is anchored upright on a matrix of crystallized ruby red Sphalerite. The Elmwood Mine is considered to be among the top ten worldwide localities for this ubiquitous mineral. The rich golden color, the excellent luster and the association with finely crystallized Sphalerite immediately marks this as a classic Elmwood piece. This mirror bright crystal is 4 ¼ inches, shows interesting growth helices on the primary faces and is in excellent condition. Overall measurements are 4 x 5 x 5 1/8 inches and it sits on a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

TWINNED GOLDEN CALCITE
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Central Tennessee District, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
Twinned, golden double scalenohedral Calcite with inclusions of Barite on base. The Calcite is very transparent and glassy, measures 4 inches in length, and is in fine condition. Overall dimensions are 1 ¾ x 4 x 1 3/8 inches and it has a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

CALCITE
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Central Tennessee District, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
Twinned scalenohedral Calcite perched on a finger of grey silicified limestone. The Calcite is transparent and glassy with deep golden coloration near the crystal edges. There is some minimal damage to the edge of the crystal and the back of the specimen but otherwise fine condition. This sharp and aesthetic cabinet specimen measures 3 3/8 x 5 1/2 x 5 inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

CALCITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
A single Calcite crystal group that is very transparent and lustrous. The crystals are a light yellow gold color with traces of matrix on the bottom. In fine condition. This miniature measures 1 ¾ x 2 1/8 x 1 1/8 inches and has a custom labeled base.

CALCITE ON MATRIX
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Light yellow, water clear, lustrous equant pair of Calcite crystals on matrix. This thumbnail specimen is in fine condition and was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. It measures 1 1/8 x 1 x 1 ¼ inches and has a custom base

UNUSUAL SPHERICAL FLUORITE ON QUARTZ
Jamner, Jalgaon District, Maharashtra, India
Light yellow spherical Fluorite aggregate in a Quartz geode. The Fluorite surface consists of complex faces, giving an irregular "pigskin" texture similar to that of a football. The condition is very fine. This unusual Fluorite measures 2 3/4 x 5 x 5 inches and sits on a custom labled base.

"POKER CHIP" CALCITE
2nd Sovietski Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
A very aesthetic white Calcite crystal group arranged in a stacked "poker chip" habit. This specimen is highly fluorescent and glows a very deep red-orange under UV light. Condition is fine with very minor edge wear. Overall measurements are 3 1/4 x 3 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches and it has a custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

BRIGHT ORANGE CALCITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Group of scalenohedral Calcites with a phantom inclusion layer of bright red-orange Hematite, along with a minor overcoating of druzy colorless Calcite. This unusual and colorful specimen looks like an orange flower that is covered with dew; the largest crystals are 1 ¼ inches on edge and overall measurements are 3 x 3 x 2 inches. Has a custom labeled base.

WATER-CLEAR CALCITE
Verchniy Mine, Karadubsky Ore Field, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Very fine water clear Calcite with a simple termination. Minor amounts of inclusions create the illusion of an internal landscape. This specimen is 2 ¼ inches tall, 1 x 1 ¼ inches in diameter and sits upright in a custom labeled base.

CALCITE & STILBITE
Pune District, Maharashtra, India
Single, water clear, optical Calcite with multiple twin planes giving rise to beautiful rainbow effects. It has an associated radiating group of peach colored Stilbite crystals, hinting at its Indian origins. There is some obvious cleavage on the back and some very minor "wilbers" but otherwise in fine condition. It measures 3 ¼ x 3 5/8 x 3 inches and has a custom labeled base.

FINE ENGLISH CALCITE
Frizington, West Cumberland Iron Field, North and Western Region (Cumberland), Cumbria, England, UK
Prismatic, colorless Calcite with a 'side car' crystal from the historic English locality of Frizington. Sharp and lustrous with very minor wear to edges, this fine English Calcite is in excellent condition. Enhanced by its bright transparency, it is 3 ¼ inches tall and 1 1/8 x 1 ¼ inches in diameter. Accompanied by old collection labels from Kristalle (Wayne & Dona Leicht) and George English, it has impeccable pedigree.

CALCITE ON FADEN QUARTZ
Dara Ismael, Khan District, Waziristan, Northwest Frontier Province, Pakistan
Light tan Calcite rhombs are perched on an arch composed of water clear faden-type Quartz crystals. The faden thread is clearly visible and the Quartz crystals are sharp, lustrous and in fine condition. This specimen was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. It measures 1 3/8 x 3 3/8 x 2 inches and has a custom labeled base.

CALCITE TWIN WITH DRUZY APOPHYLLITE
Verchniy Mine, Karadubsky Ore Field, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Unusually elongated single water-clear Calcite crystal with sparkling druzy Apophyllite crystals along the sides. Transparent and lustrous, in excellent condition with custom labeled base, measuring 1/2 x 1/2 x 3 3/4 inches high. Ex Iouri Poustov collection.

CALCITE TWINS ON MATRIX
Leiping, Guiyang Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Large colorless, glassy Calcite on dark matrix surrounded by a forest of acicular colorless Calcite crystals. The largest Calcite is transparent, very well formed and measures 2 ¼ inches in length. This modern classic was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Overall measurements are 3 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 3 inches and has a custom labeled base.

CALCITE ON FERRO-AXINITE
2nd Sovietski Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Very large, well formed Calcite on a bed of Axinite, attesting to its Russian origins. The Axinite is clove brown and offers a stark contrast to the bright, translucent, colorless Calcite. There is some minor damage to the back of the main crystal but it does not affect its aesthetic display. Measures 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex Iouri Poustov collection.

CALCITE
Verchniy Mine, Karadubsky Ore Field, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
This aesthetic specimen consists of a single colorless Calcite crystal perched on a finger of Calcite. There is a very minor "wilber" on the crystal, otherwise in fine condition. Overall measurements of this fine miniature is 1 ¼ x 1 1/8 x 1 ¾ inches and it sits upright on custom labeled base.

CALCITE ON MATRIX
Verchniy Mine, Karadubsky Ore Field, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Colorless equant Calcites on bladed gray matrix. The Calcites are sharp, lustrous and scattered all over the specimen. The largest crystal has a very pale pink cast, measures 2 1/4 inches across, has a slight contact point on the top but is otherwise pristine. This aesthetic specimen measures 4 x 5 x 5 7/8 inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

CALCITE
Verchniy Mine, Karadubsky Ore Field, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
This large, colorless Calcite specimen has interesting growth helices on its faces. It is quite transparent and gemmy. There is some minor nicking of edges, otherwise in fine condition. It measures 4 x 7 x 1 ¾ inches and sits on a custom labeled base. Ex Iouri Poustov collection.

CALCITE ON QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Pentadora, Capilla District, Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
Matrix Quartz group with golden exteriors caused by iron oxide overcoating. The specimen is dominated by a large Japan-Law twin Quartz that measures a sizable 3 5/8 inches between the "ears". The entire specimen is overcoated with grey-blue, sharp, 'dogtooth' Calcites. A very unusual specimen in excellent condition, with overall measurements of 6 x 4 x 4 inches. Has custom labeled base.

CALCITE ON QUARTZ
Jalgaon District, Maharashtra, India
Water clear, colorless Calcite on stalactitic Quartz. Sharp, lustrous and exceptionally transparent with faint golden color. In excellent condition, the Calcite measures 2 1/4 inches on edge with overall measurements of 1 7/8 x 2 1/4 x 1 1/2 inches. It has a custom labeled base and was originally purchased from mineral dealer K.C. Pandey

POLISHED TWINNED CALCITE
Pune District, Maharashtra, India
Facetted, hexagonal bi-pyramid gemstone fashioned from twinned light yellow flawless Calcite. In pristine condition, it measures 1 x 1 x 1 inch.

CALCITE ON PYRITE WITH SIDERITE
Baia Sprie Mine (Felsöbánya Mine), Baia Sprie (Felsöbánya), Maramures Co., Romania
Porcelain white spherical Calcite groups on a Siderite matrix with druzy Pyrite highlights. The darker, sparkling Siderite contrasts well with the white Calcite. In excellent condition, measuring 4 7/8 x 4 ¾ x 5 inches. Custom labeled base.

CALCITE ON PYRITE WITH SPHALERITE
Castrovirreyna District, Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
Daniel Trinchillo Sr. saw this specimen on display at a mineral show and chased it for 3 years before the owner consented to sell it to him. This aesthetic specimen consists of roughly equivalent masses of contrasting golden pyritohedral Pyrites and light pink 'poker chip' Calcites as well as minor accessory Sphalerite for further accent. This fine specimen measures an overall 3 ¾ x 5 ¾ x 4 inches. Comes with a custom labeled base.

PYRITE WITH CALCITE
Castrovirreyna District, Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
Pyrite crystals that are partially overcoated by white Calcite. The Pyrite habit is a modified cubic type with strong striations on the faces. There is some damage to certain areas, otherwise in good condition. The specimen measures 3 x 4 x 3 inches and has a custom labeled base.

COMPLEX, SCULPTURAL PYRITE
Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
Complex pyritohedral crystal group with multiple crystals rising above a matrix of the same material. With mirror bright surfaces, this natural sculpture has very striking bold crystal faces that capture the light from all angles; somewhat resembling a stack of "soccer balls." Measuring 2 5/8 x 4 x 3 5/8 inches, it has a custom labeled base, and is in excellent condition.

PYRITE
Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
This fine Pyrite group has a classic pyritohedral crystal habit. The crystals are mirror bright and lustrous. In fine condition, the overall specimen measures 2 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/8 inches. The primary Pyrite crystal is a sizable 1 5/8 inches on edge. Custom labeled base.

UNUSUAL PYRITE & SMOKEY QUARTZ
Janet Ore Occurrence, Kara-Oba W Deposit, Betpakdala Desert, Qaraghandy Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Large, bright Pyrite cube in association with a Quartz prism that is colorless at the base and dark smokey at the tip. The Pyrite measures 2 1/8 inches on edge and the smokey Quartz is 4 inches tall. The Pyrite has minor modifications to the edges and both have minor wear but otherwise in fine condition. The specimen, from this unusual and remote locality, was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Overall measurements are 3 x 4 1/8 x 4 5/8 inches and there is a custom labeled base.

CHALCOPYRITE WITH QUARTZ
Mundo Nuevo Mine, Mundo Nuevo, Pasto Bueno District, Pallasca Province, Ancash Department, Peru
Classic crystallized Chalcopyrite with accessory Quartz prisms. The brassy Chalcopyrites are large (up to 1 ¼ inches on edge), complex and in very fine condition. Overall specimen measurements are 2 ½ x 3 x 2 ¼ inches and has a custom labeled base. Daniel Sr. purchased this specimen at the Carnegie Museum Auction.

NATIVE GOLD & QUARTZ
Mockingbird Mine, Mariposa Co., California, USA
Native Gold specimen with accessory white Quartz. It has not been etched. Resembling a small "dragon", this thumbnail specimen measures ½ x 7/8 x 1 inches and is in fine condition.

NATIVE GOLD
Berezovskoe Gold Deposit, Berezovskii, Ekaterinburg, Ekaterinburgskaya Oblast', Middle Urals, Urals Region, Russia
This thumbnail Native Gold specimen is a branching group of spinal twinned octahedra with hoppered faces. It has high karat gold color and is in fine condition. Overall dimensions are ¼ x ½ x 5/8 inches and it is mounted on a custom base.

NATIVE SILVER
Kearsarge Mine, Kearsarge, Houghton Co., Michigan, USA
A branching group of Native Silver crystals from the Kearsarge area. They are in classic "herringbone" form with minor accessory white country rock and have fine luster and patina. The Kearsarge Mine was one of the finest producers of Native Silver specimens in Michigan but production ceased in the 1950's. Overall measurements are 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 1 inches. Has a custom labeled base. Ex Dick Hauck collection.

NATIVE SILVER
Batopilas, Andres del Rio District, Mun. de Batopilas, Chihuahua, Mexico
This modern classic from Batopilas consists of a group of sharp, spear shaped crystals with associated white Calcites. This Native Silver specimen has a satiny luster, excellent patina and is in fine condition. Overall measurements are 7/8 x 1 ½ x 2 inches.

NATIVE SILVER
Kearsarge Mine, Kearsarge, Houghton Co., Michigan, USA
Group of dendritic Native Silver crystals, some with herringbone pattern of crystallization. The patina varies from metallic silver white to dark gray on exterior surfaces. The Kearsarge Mine was one of the best producers of Native Silver specimens in the Keweenaw Peninsula. This classic Silver specimen measures 1 ½ x 1 ½ x 1 ¾ inches and is in fine condition. Has custom labeled base. Ex Dick Hauck collection.

NATIVE SILVER WITH CALCITE & QUARTZ
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
An "art nouveau" wire Silver on matrix. Swirling, curving mass of black wires on quartz-encrusted matrix in association with brown, sharp Calcite rhombs. Minor nicks to the Calcite rhomb, otherwise in fine condition. This Native Silver specimen was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. It measures 1 ½ x 2 ½ x 1 1/8 inches and sits on a custom labeled base.

NATIVE SILVER WITH CALCITE
Johann Mine, Burgfelsen, Wittichen, Schenkenzell, Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Wire Silver on matrix with colorless scalenohedral Calcites in fine condition. This Native Silver specimen has a fine dark patina and an old style collection number (#917) attesting to its age. Overall dimensions of this classic German specimen are 1 3/8 x 1 ¾ x 1 ½ inches and it has a custom labeled base.

NATIVE SILVER ON COPPER WITH CALCITE
White Pine Mine, Ontonagon, Michigan, USA
This specimen is Native Silver on Native Copper with associated colorless Calcites. The specimen is composed of multiple herringbone patterned planar elements. These complex crystals display a patina characteristic of older specimens. Measuring 1 x 1 7/8 x 1 5/8 inches, it sits in a custom labeled base. Ex Stuart Wilensky.

CLASSIC JAPANESE STIBNITE
Ichinokawa Mine, Ojoinmura, Nii-gori, Iyo Province, Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku Island, Japan
Although a number of excellent Stibnites from various localities have found their way to market in the last few years; the supply of fine Japanese ones from Ichinokawa: the premier world locality, continue to be as scarce as ever. What little material that does appear on the market is entirely dependent on the break-up of old collections. The provenance of this classic specimen could hardly be more illustrative of that phenomenon or more impressive. It was originally acquired by Dr. Tsunashiro Wada; considered by many to be; 'the Father of Japanese Mineralogy', as well as an astute and dedicated collector with a keen eye for outstanding specimens. Dr. Wada was fortunate to be born in 1856, while mining on a serious scale was still taking place in Japan. He was the first Western trained Japanese mineralogist in the country as well as the first Japanese professor of Mineralogy at Tokyo University. He wrote what is still considered to be the standard work on the minerals of Japan, which was published in 1904 and is still in print. It is referred to simply as 'Wada': no other descriptors need be specified. As if this wasn't enough, Prof. Wada managed to find the time and energy to found the Geological Survey of Japan, of which he was the first Director. During his prolific career he assembled what is considered to be the finest collection of Japanese minerals known. Most of the collection has been incorporated into the permanent collection of the Mitsubishi Corporation located on the grounds of the historic Ikuno-Ginzan Silver Mine: a Mitsubishi property that was worked for over 1200 years. Dr. Wada's collection forms the heart of that collection. This specimen was a duplicate from his original collection, traded by Dr. Wada to the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago early in the last century. The original shipping box, along with Dr. Wada's label is included. It was de-accessioned by the Field in the early 1990's passing through several dealers hands before finding a permanent home with Daniel Trinchillo Sr. a decade or so ago, where it has remained until this time. Rare indeed are the specimens with this level of historical provenance behind them. They tend to surface for only short periods before vanishing into major collections: again. Measuring an impressive 5 x 6 x 12 ½ inches high, it comes with custom labeled base. Ex Field Museum, ex Dr. Tsunashiro Wada collection and bears their respective collection numbers M8210 and 4897.

STIBNITE
Wuling Mine, Qingjiang, Wuning County, Jiujiang Prefecture, Jianxi Province, China
The range of quality exhibited by Chinese Stibnites extends from "ore sample", at one end, to groups such as this one at the other extreme. This specimen is notable for: 1. Being composed of large multiple crystals, 2. Freedom from damage to virtually all of the major crystals. 3. Excellent luster, and finally - sharply defined terminations. For the last couple of decades, the flow of fine Chinese specimens, such as this one, has been out of China. There are some clear signs that this trend is starting to reverse directions and that fine specimens are starting to be retained in China. Overall measurements of this fine piece are 18 x 8 x 6 inches. It sits on a custom labeled stand.

STIBNITE
Dahegou Mine, Lushi Co., Sanmenxia Prefecture, Henan Province, China
Fine, lustrous, well terminated group of multiple Stibnite crystals. This dynamic specimen has subparallel crystal grouping and is in good condition with some minor contact points. It was acquired from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Measurements of 2 x 7 3/4 x 3 3/4 inches with custom labeled base.

STIBNITE WITH QUARTZ
Xikuangshan Antimony Deposit, Lengshuijiang Co., Loudi Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Radiating group of well terminated Stibnite crystals with brilliant luster, accented by accessory Quartz crystals. In excellent condition, this specimen measures 1 ¾ x 4 x 5 ¼ inches and has a custom labeled base. Obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market, Daniel Sr. liked the association and contrast of the two minerals.

STIBNITE
Dahegou Mine, Lushi Co., Sanmenxia Prefecture, Henan Province, China
A couple of massive Stibnite crystals, one of which has a slight bend. They both have well formed terminations and bright luster. There is minor tip and edge wear, typical of older material. Overall in good condition, they sit upright in a custom labeled base, and measure 1 ½ x 2 ¼ x 8 1/8 inches. Part of Daniel Sr.'s "bent" collection, it was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

MASSIVE STIBNITE CRYSTAL
Dahegou Mine, Lushi Co., Sanmenxia Prefecture, Henan Province, China
Single, massive Stibnite crystal that is well terminated and lustrous. There is some edge wear typical of the early material. This thick crystal measures 1 ½ x 2 5/8 x 6 1/8 inches high and has a custom labeled base.

STIBNITE
Dahegou Mine, Lushi Co., Sanmenxia Prefecture, Henan Province, China
Large single crystal of Stibnite with mirror bright terminal faces. There are some signs of attachment on lower front and back, as well as minor nicking to some edges, otherwise sharp. It is 5 1/8 inches in length, 1 ¼ x 1 3/8 inches in diameter and has a custom labeled base. This Stibnite was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

'BENT' STIBNITE
Dahegou Mine, Lushi Co., Sanmenxia Prefecture, Henan Province, China
This group of massive Stibnite crystals has a number of distinct bends or kinks. Well terminated, there are some characteristic contact/edge wear but otherwise in good condition. Although it measures 10 inches in length, without the bends it would be significantly taller; the diameter is 2 x 3 ½ inches and it mounts on a custom labeled base. Daniel Sr. liked unusual Stibnites, which is why he bought this one from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

"BENT" STIBNITE
Dahegou Mine, Lushi Co., Sanmenxia Prefecture, Henan Province, China
This striking Stibnite group has multiple curved bends. Consisting of a main crystal and a companion secondary crystal, both are terminated with some minor "contacts" along their sides. In excellent condition with a fine silvery sheen luster, the primary crystal measures 6 7/8 inches long. Overall measurements are 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 6 7/8 inches and there is a custom labeled base. Purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

BENT & DISTORTED STIBNITE
Dahegou Mine, Lushi Co., Sanmenxia Prefecture, Henan Province, China
This extreme example of a "bent" Stibnite shows the effect of compression along the "c" crystal axis. Excellent luster on one side of this distorted crystal, the termination is slightly ragged, but it does not detract from this beautiful example of crystallization under pressure. Overall dimensions are 1 x 1 5/8 x 5 7/8 inches, it sits upright in its custom labeled base. It was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

STIBNITE
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania
A radiating Stibnite group from Romania with unusual pointed terminations and a satin luster that is unusual for the species. This very aesthetic and dynamic specimen is remarkably well preserved given its radiating habit. There is minor damage to some crystals but this does not detract from its sculptural impact. Overall measurements are 4 1/2 x 7 1/8 x 4 inches and there is a custom labeled base. Ex Victor Yount collection.

FINE STIBNITE ON CALCITE
Herja Mine, Baia Mare, Maramures Co., Romania
An extremely aesthetic Stibnite specimen on matrix from Romania. The Stibnite, a radiating crystal group, sits in stark contrast on white stalactitic Calcite. The Stibnite crystals are lustrous,well terminated, and in excellent condition. This fine cabinet specimen was originally purchased from mineral dealer Ross Lillie. Overall measurements are 1 7/8 x 5 ¾ x 3 ¼ inches and sits on a custom labeled base.

LARGE PYRRHOTITE WITH SPHALERITE
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Very large hexagonal Pyrrhotite crystal with small accessory Pyrrhotites, Sphalerites, and associated white Quartz. There is very minor damage to the edge, otherwise this quite sizable crystal is in very fine condition. The Pyrrhotite is an impressive 3 1/2 inches across and overall dimensions are 2 ½ x 4 x 3 1/8 inches with a custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Pelepenko collection.

PYRRHOTITE
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Sharp and extremely bright, multiple Pyrrhotite crystals with black Sphalerite and colorless Quartz. The Pyrrhotites are in excellent condition and measure 3 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 3 inches. The largest Pyrrhotite crystals are 1 inch on edge. Has custom labeled base.

PYRRHOTITE ON QUARTZ
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
A "bridge" formed of brassy barrel-shaped Pyrrhotite crystals arches over a matrix of needle Quartz and minor Calcite crystals. The Pyrrhotites are 5/8 inches wide and the overall specimen is 3 ½ x 4 7/8 x 2 7/8 inches. Mounted on a custom labeled base, it is in very fine condition. Ex Vladimir Pelepenko collection.

NATIVE COPPER ON MATRIX
Houghton Co., Michigan, USA
Very sharp crystals of Native Copper growing out of, and incorporating, tan calcitic matrix material. With fine patina and luster, this miniature specimen is in excellent condition. It measures 1 1/8 x 2 x 1 5/8 inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex Dick Willis collection.

NATIVE COPPER ON MATRIX
Houghton Co., Michigan, USA
Branching, arborescent group of Native Copper crystals in a swirling pattern reminiscent of a wisteria or willow tree. The crystals flow over, down and across a gray matrix. In fine condition, it measures 2 x 6 x 3 3/8 inches and sits upright in a custom labeled base. Ex Bob Lambert collection.

NATIVE COPPER
Kearsarge Mine, Houghton Co., Michigan, USA
Native Copper group from the legendary Kearsarge Mine of Michigan. It is composed of very sharp crystals on a grey green typical matrix. It has a fine patina, indicative of an older specimen. Overall measurements are 1 5/8 x 3 1/8 x 3 7/8 inches and there is a custom labeled base. Ex Bob Lambert collection.

CUBIC NATIVE COPPER
Ojibway Mine, Keweenaw Co., Michigan
A group of Native Copper crystals, all of which appear to be of the rarer cubic habit. The cubes are sharp and possess the rich patina characteristic of older specimens. Overall condition is excellent. It measures 7/8 x 1 ¼ x 1 ½ inches and has a custom base. Ex Stuart Wilensky.

NATIVE COPPER
Houghton Co., Michigan, USA
Arborescent group of Native Copper crystals somewhat resembling a 'flamenco dancer' in motion. The Copper is bright and in good condition and sits on a custom labeled base. Overall dimensions are 2 x 3 ¾ x 5 inches tall. Ex Dick Hauck collection.

COPPER IN CALCITE
Quincy Mine, Hancock, Houghton Co., Michigan, USA
Native Copper included in Calcite; the Calcites are slightly cloudy scalenohedrons with good luster. The crystals are perched on typical greenish volcanic matrix. Some minor damage, but overall in good condition. Measures 3 x 4 ¼ x 2 ¾ inches and has a custom labeled base.

CLASSIC CUPRITE
Ongonja, Seeis, Windhoek District, Khomas Region, Namibia
Classic gem quality Cuprite specimen from Ongonja: deep red color with metallic luster and excellent crystal form. There is some Malachite on the reverse. In fine condition, the largest crystal measures 2 1/2 inches across and overall dimensions are 1 ¼ x 2 ¾ x 2 ½ inches. Displayed on custom labeled base. Ex Dick Willis collection.

MALACHITE ON AZURITE
Morenci, Clifton-Morenci District, Shannon Mts, Greenlee Co., Arizona, USA
Spherical Malachite on sparkling, deep blue Azurite. The entire specimen is botryoidal, there are some signs of breakage on the edges where it was attached to the wall rock, otherwise complete and clean. Measures 2 x 4 ¼ x 2 5/8 inches and has custom labeled base.

CLASSIC TSUMEB AZURITE
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
Classic deep blue Tsumeb Azurite specimen with associated Malachite. The Azurite group consists of bright, lustrous, subparallel crystals with one nick and minor contact on edges, otherwise fine. The largest crystal measures 1 ½ inches on edge and the overall specimen is 1 7/8 x 2 x 2 ¾ inches with a custom labeled base. Ex Dick Hauck collection.

AZURITE WITH CERUSSITE
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
This Azurite specimen is from the famed, and now defunct; Tsumeb mine. It has associated Calcite and twinned euhedral Cerussites to attest to its Namibian origins. The Azurite is deep blue and lustrous with multiple secondary crystals at one end. There is some minor Malachite and evidence of some wall contact at one end, otherwise in good condition. Overall dimensions are 2 x 5 ½ x 1 7/8 inches and it sits in a custom labeled acrylic base. Ex Joe Celine collection.

AZURITE
Morenci, Clifton-Morenci District, Shannon Mts, Greenlee Co., Arizona, USA
This Azurite floater group is composed of bright, lustrous Azurite blades arrayed in globular clusters all over a limonitic matrix. There is minor damage to the edges, otherwise fine. This sparkling, deep blue specimen is 2 inches across, 1 3/4 inches high and 1 1/4 inches thick.

AZURITE
Morenci, Clifton-Morenci District, Shannon Mts, Greenlee Co., Arizona, USA
This Azurite ball is a floater group of lustrous, dark blue crystals with bright faces. In fine condition, overall measurements are 1 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 ½ inches and it mounts on a custom labeled base.

AZURITE & MALACHITE WITH CALCITE
Touissit, Touissit District, Oujda-Angad Province, Oriental Region, Morocco
A complete vug of deep blue Azurite with colorless Calcites and accessory Malachite. The Azurites consist of sharp lustrous blue needles and are in fine condition. It mounts on a custom labeled base and measures 1 1/2 x 2 x 2 1/8 inches.

MULTICOLOR TOURMALINE: "SHARON STONE"
Pederneira Mine, São José da Safira, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
"Sharon Stone" is the nickname that miners at Brazil's famed Pederneira Mine applied to this fantastically aesthetic specimen. Evidently; she made quite an impression in Brazil, among other places. Enough so that, by the time it was purchased by a dealer; the name had already stuck. 'Sharon' was recovered from the first pocket intersected by a new mine tunnel that was started in 1998. The specimen was hardly out of the ground before it became the focus of very spirited bidding battles by a number of interested dealers. It was acquired by Collectors Edge and subsequently sold to sound-track composer: James Horner of Titanic fame. Three years later, Daniel Trinchillo Jr. acquired it in a trade from Horner. It was then sold to New York collector Marc Weill in 2003. It remained in the Weill Collection for two years before Daniel Trinchillo Sr. managed to persuade Mr. Weill to sell it to him. The specimen is composed of three major Tourmaline crystals; all with flat terminations. The largest crystal is 6 3/8 inches in length with the others measuring 5 ½ and 4 ½ inches respectively. Each crystal exits in the matrix at a different angle contributing a 'jack-straw' appearance to the overall arrangement. All of the Tourmaline prisms start out with a pink basal section which abruptly shifts to pastel blue for a few inches before terminating in a final cap of cranberry-red Tourmaline. The matrix is made up of Lepidolite mica of a lilac hue along with white, bladed crystals of Clevelandite. Here and there, an occasional water clear Quartz crystal is hidden among the Lepidolite crystals. The overall height of 'Ms. Stone' is just under 7 inches without the base. There are some inconspicuous repairs to the piece but nothing out of the ordinary for material from this locality. Overall dimensions are 4 ½ x 5 ½ x 6 ½ inches. Ex Marc Weill collection, ex James Horner collection.

"SNOW CAPPED " BLUE GREEN TOURMALINE
Santa Rosa Mine, Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Daniel Sr. purchased this entire Tourmaline pocket because he was entranced by their color and form. This blue green Tourmaline was the largest in the pocket and is composed of multiple subparallel crystals whose terminations are an unusual "snow on roof" type with white inclusions incorporated in the upper portions of each termination. Very little damage to some minor side crystals, otherwise in fine condition. This large crystal is 7 ¾ inches tall, 2 1/8 x 2 3/8 inches in diameter, has a contrasting pink core and sits upright on a custom labeled base. Purchased from Richard Sun in 1996.

BLUE GREEN "SNOWY" TOURMALINE
Santa Rosa Mine, Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
"Snow" covered, blue green Tourmaline, smallest in the pocket that Daniel Sr. purchased. The multiple subparallel crystals have "snow capped" terminations. In excellent condition with inconsequential damage to minor side crystals near the bottom of the specimen. This Tourmaline is 5 inches tall, 2 x 1 3/4 inches in diameter and sits upright on a custom labeled base. Purchased from Richard Sun in 1996.

INDICOLITE TOURMALINE ON COOKEITE
Santa Rosa Mine, Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Indicolite Tourmaline on matrix of tan to cream Mica, with two major and several minor prisms. The longest blue Tourmaline is 2 inches in length, while the overall specimen measures 1 5/8 x 2 x 2 3/8 inches. Has custom labeled base and is in fine condition.

TOURMALINE, QUARTZ & CLEVELANDITE
Darra-i-Pech Pegmatite Field, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan
Multi-colored Tourmaline with hues of blue, green and violet is nestled between a light smokey Quartz and a cluster of colorless Clevelandite blades. There are minor "wilbers" on the edge of the Tourmaline, otherwise in fine condition. Measures 2 7/8 x 3 1/2 x 2 inches and has a custom labeled base.

PINK TOURMALINE
Malkhan Pegmatite Field, Krasny Shikoy, Chitinskaya Oblast, TranAntimonyaikalia, Eastern-Antimonyerian Region, Russia
Large section of a Tourmaline crystal including the termination. The core is a dark green gold with concentric banding of light yellow followed by deep pink and overcoated with a lighter pink on the exterior and top surfaces. The specimen is quite large and is in good condition with minor nicking to certain edges. The overall diameter is a sizable 4 ¼ x 4 ¾ inches and it is 2 ¾ inches tall. It sits on a custom, labeled base. This specimen was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

GREEN & RED BI-COLOR TOURMALINE
Paprok, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan
A single Tourmaline prism with a pink base and core, topped by a gemmy bright green upper portion. The crystal has very sharp color separation, is 3 inches high and 1 inch in diameter. There is some very minor wear to termination edges, otherwise fine. Originally purchased from Wayne Thompson, it sits upright on its custom labeled base.

GREEN & PINK TOURMALINE
Pederneira Mine, São José da Safira, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
A stacked group of Tourmaline prisms that are light blue green with pale lilac tips. They have simple terminations and are heavily striated, with one crystal group suspended from the top of the other at an angle. When lit along the "c" axis from directly above, the terminations glow a bright yellow; an effect not apparent with side lighting. Overall measurements are 5/8 x 1 ¼ x 4 1/8 inches and there is a custom labeled base. Originally purchased from Richard Sun.

CHROME TOURMALINE WITH COOKEITE
Santa Rosa Mine, Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Gemmy, terminated, chrome green Tourmaline prism partially surrounded by cream colored vermiform Mica crystal groups. In excellent condition; the stark, bright, linear Tourmaline form strongly contrasts with the undulating nature of the Micas. The Tourmaline is 2 1/8 inches long, the specimen dimensions are 1 x 1 5/8 x 2 ¼ inches, and there is a custom labeled base. Purchased from mineral dealer Chris Wright.

IMPOSING BLUE TOURMALINE WITH ROSY TERMINATIONS
Santa Rosa Mine, Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
This towering Tourmaline has a blue body color with a purple-lilac core near the base. It is an aggregate of many subparallel crystals with distinctive cranberry-red terminations that appear golden yellow when viewed from above. There is a small amount of damage to some individual crystals, otherwise in excellent condition especially for its towering height. This Tourmaline is quite large for the species at 15 3/8 inches tall with a diameter of 4 ¼ to 2 5/8 inches. It rests upright on a custom labeled base. It was purchased from Richard Sun in 1993.

CLASSIC LIDDICOATITE TOURMALINE SLICE
Itremo Massif, Ambatofinandrahana Department, Amoron'i Mania Region, Fianarantsoa Province, Madagascar
A slice of a hexagonal Tourmaline crystal, of the Liddicoatite variety. Recognized as a separate mineral species, Madagascan Liddicoatite is renowned for the internal geometric patterns that are only revealed when the Tourmaline prism is sliced. This slice has a series of triangular color zones in lilac, purple, light green and yellowish green. Polished mirror bright on both sides, this gemstone slice measures 4 3/8 x 4 inches in diameter and is ¼ inch thick. It sits upright on a custom labeled base. Ex Joe Celine collection.

RHODOCHROSITE
Sweet Home Mine, Mount Bross, Alma District, Park Co., Colorado, USA
A single Rhodochrosite rhombohedron with good, rich color. The crystal has the characteristic habit and luster with some minor nicks to the edges, otherwise in fine condition. Purchased directly from Collectors Edge. It measures 1 1/8 x 1 1/2 x 1 1/8 inches and has a custom labeled base.

RHODOCHROSITE
Hotazel, Kalahari Manganese Fields, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
This classic Rhodochrosite specimen from Hotazel consists of sharp scalenohedrons with typical gold-red coloration. The crystals are transparent and have a fine glassy luster. Overall measurements are 3/4 x 1/2 x 1 3/4 inches. Has a custom labeled base.

RHODOCHROSITE STALACTITE
Capillitas Mine, Andalgalá, Catamarca, Argentina
Rhodochrosite stalactite from Argentina with a ruby red core on the basal attachment point. The textured exterior is the typical grey to flesh pink color. Complete and undamaged, it is 5 inches tall and is from 2 1/4 to 2 inches in diameter. It sits upright in a custom labeled base. Ex Victor Yount collection.

RHODOCHROSITE
Sweet Home Mine, Mount Bross, Alma Dist., Park County, Colorado, USA
Group of bright red-pink Rhodochrosite crystals on typical gray country rock with druzy and needle type Quartz. Visible at the edges of the piece are microcrystals of Tetrahedrite and Pyrite. Considering the sheer number of Rhodochrosite rhombohedrons on this specimen, it is surprising how uniformly sharp and complete the crystals are. In excellent condition, it measures 3 x 1 7/8 x 1 inches thick; largest crystal is 7/16 inch on edge. Has a custom labeled base.

ANGLESITE
Touissit, Touissit District, Oujda-Angad Province, Oriental Region, Morocco
A gemmy golden yellow Anglesite that is sharp and well terminated. There is one primary crystal with several accessory ones. In fine condition with very tiny amount of nicking to termination. Measures 7/8 x 1 x 1 ½ inches and has custom labeled base. Originally purchased from mineral dealer Dick Willis.

BARITE
Meikle Mine, Bootstrap District, Elko Co., Nevada, USA
Large honey colored Barite crystal with smaller secondary crystals ringing its base. The primary crystal is a sizable 3 ¼ inches on edge. This specimen is in fine condition and overall measurements are 3 x 4 x 2 3/8 inches. It was originally purchased from Casey Jones, who brought the material from the mine into the marketplace. Has a custom labeled base.

BLUE BARITE ON MATRIX
Frizington, West Cumberland Iron Field, North and Western Region (Cumberland), Cumbria, England, UK
Blue Barite on cream colored matrix with dusting of red hematite. One edge of the main crystal is a cleavage plane. Other than minor nicking of edges, this classic English Barite is bright, lustrous and in good condition. The distinctive blue crystal is 2 ½ inches long and overall measurements are 3 ¼ x 3 ¼ x 4 inches. Ex George Feist collection.

CLASSIC ENGLISH BARITE
West Cumberland Iron Field, North and Western Region (Cumberland), Cumbria, England, UK
Old classic English specimen consisting of large, subparallel Barite crystals, whose color is chiefly off-white with light green and some blue overtones. There is damage on the side of some crystals, but overall condition is fine. Overall dimensions are 4 7/8 x 6 3/4 x 3 5/8 inches and there is a custom labeled base.

APOPHYLLITE ON QUARTZ STALACTITE WITH STILBITE
Pune District, Maharashtra, India
A single, large, doubly terminated Apophyllite crystal with a light green central section; it has been "pierced" by a scattering of Stilbite and smaller Apophyllites, overcoating a quartz stalactite. In excellent condition, this aesthetic specimen was purchased from David Shaw of Oceanic Linkways. Overall dimensions are 2 3/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 ¾ inches and it sits in a custom labeled acrylic base.

APOPHYLLITE ON STILBITE
Pune District, Maharashtra, India
Large Apophyllite crystal with green center section on pink colored Stilbite crystals. The termination is the typical flat type and is in fine condition. Overall specimen measurements are 2 1/8 x 2 ½ x 2 5/8 inches and it has a custom labeled base.

APOPHYLLITE & STILBITE
Pune District, Maharashtra, India
Group of interlocking, glassy Apophyllite crystals, all with light green centers, accented by blades of off-white Stilbite crystals. In pristine condition, it measures 2 x 3 ½ x 4 ¼ inches and has a custom labeled base.

STELLERITE ON MATRIX
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Two complete, and one partial, spherical aggregates of golden orange Stellerite on a light colored matrix. This unusual zeolite specimen is in excellent condition and measures 2 ¾ x 1 7/8 x 1 ¾ inches. It has a custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

SPHALERITE ON CALCITE
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Bright, lustrous, black Sphalerite on white to colorless Calcite rhombohedrons with minor Pyrrhotite crystals. The Sphalerite is almost spherical and strongly contrasts with the Calcite that it is perched on. In excellent condition, it measures 2 ¼ x 3 ¼ x 4 ¼ inches and has a custom labeled stand. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

SPHALERITE WITH CALCITE & QUARTZ
Shuikoushan Ore Field, Changning Co., Hengyang Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
This single, lustrous Sphalerite crystal with reddish brown transparency is perched on a bladed Quartz and Calcite matrix. In strong, direct lighting the Sphalerite goes gem clear. The Sphalerite itself is 1 inch across and overall measurements are 1 ¼ x 3 x 1 ¾ inches. In excellent condition.

SPHALERITE WITH CALCITE
2nd Sovietski Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Metallic black Sphalerite crystals with a sprinkling of contrasting white Calcite on the back. This Russian specimen is bright and lustrous and in fine condition, measuring 2 ¾ x 3 ¾ x 3 1/8 inches. Comes with custom labeled base.

ANGLESITE
Touissit, Touissit District, Oujda-Angad Province, Oriental Region, Morocco
Light yellow Anglesite crystals, two of which are gemmy and sharp. In fine condition with excellent luster, the largest crystal is 3/4 of an inch long and the overall measurements of this miniature is 7/8 x 1 3/8 x 1 inches. Has custom labeled base.

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE REALGAR
Getchell Mine, Adam Peak, Potosi District, Humboldt Co., Nevada, USA
This very important Realgar specimen is an aggregate of bright red crystals on matrix. It is probably one of the finest Nevada Realgar specimens in existence. The crystals are well formed, well terminated, and in some cases, possess hopper growth habits. Luster is typical resinous to glossy, characteristic of such material. This exceptionally large specimen is in pristine condition and measures 5 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 2 5/8 inches. It has been well preserved as there are no signs of Orpiment alteration, indicating that it has been kept out of the light for well over 20 to 30 years. Has custom labeled base.

LUSTROUS REALGAR CRYSTALS
Jiepaiyu Mine, Shimen Deposit, Shimen Co., Changde Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
A group of three Realgar crystals that are lustrous and intensely blood red in color. With sharp terminations, these crystals are quite transparent and in good condition despite some minor nicks to the edges. The specimen is 1 x 1 ¾ x 2 7/8 inches tall and mounts on a custom labeled base.

REALGAR ON CALCITE
Jiepaiyu Mine, Shimen Deposit, Shimen Co., Changde Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
A dramatic aggregate of pale yellow, glassy Calcite crystals with sharp, blood-red Realgar crystals. The Realgar is intensely red with an almost metallic sheen. There is minor nicking to some crystal edges but overall condition for a specimen of this size is excellent. It has been well preserved as it has negligible signs of Orpiment alteration, indicating that it has been kept out of direct light. Overall measurements are 4 5/8 x 8 ¾ x 3 ¾ inches.

DATOLITE WITH QUARTZ
Bor Pit, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Fine colorless Quartz crystal overcoated on three sides by colorless Datolite crystals. In fine condition, this specimen measures 1 ¾ x 1 ½ x 2 ¾ inches and has a custom stand. Ex Iouri Poustov collection.

MANGANOCALCITE
2nd Sovietski Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Pink Manganocalcite composed of multiple bladed subparallel aggregates with a sparkling sugar-coated luster. With black accessory Sphalerite crystals. It has strong fluorescence. In fine condition it measures 4 3/8 x 3 ¾ x 4 ¼ inches and sits in a custom labeled base. Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

CINNABAR ON DOLOMITE
Xiangxi Deposit, Xiangxi Ore Field, Yuanling Co., Huaihua Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Aggregate of elongated Cinnabar crystals with atypical flat terminations on cream colored Dolomite crystals. The ruby-red Cinnabars are in excellent condition with the largest crystal measuring ½ inch long. Overall measurements of this thumbnail specimen are 1 x 1 x 7/8 inches. Daniel Sr. liked its unusual crystal habit and purchased it from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

SCHEELITE ON QUARTZ
Yaogangxian Mine, Yizhang Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
A cluster of very sharp and lustrous Scheelite crystals on a Quartz matrix. The crystals are dark brown-black, in strong contrast with the colorless Quartz. Largest crystals are ¾ inch on edge with very strong fluorescence under short wave UV light. Obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Measuring 7/8 x 2 ¼ x 1 ½ inches, in excellent condition with custom labeled base.

EPIDOTE
Tormiq Valley, Haramosh Mts., Skardu District, Baltistan, Northern Areas, Pakistan
Prismatic Epidote crystal that is sharp, lustrous and well formed. There are some accessory crystals to the side. The color is olive green brown and overall measurements are 2 x 7/8 x 1/4 inches tall. Has a custom labeled base.

ADAMITE
Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mun. de Mapimí, Durango, Mexico
Lime green globular clusters of sparkling Adamite crystals with some visible matrix on the back of the specimen. It fluoresces a strong green in UV light. A classic Ojuela specimen that measures 1 1/2 x 3 7/8 x 2 inches and has a custom labeled base.

STIBICONITE CLUSTER
Dahegou Mine, Lushi Co., Sanmenxia Prefecture, Henan Province, China
Radiating "jack-straw" group of Stibnite altered to Stibiconite. The crystals are sharp and terminated with tan ochre color and matte luster typical of the species. A dynamic presentation, this specimen is in excellent condition. It measures 3 ½ x 6 x 3 ½ inches and was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Has a custom labeled base.

WULFENITE
79 Mine, Hayden, Banner District, Dripping Spring Mts, Gila Co., Arizona, USA
Bright yellow-orange square blades of Wulfenite on black maganese oxide matrix from an old Arizona locality. These transparent crystals stand up in stark contrast to the matrix. There are a couple of inconsequential broken crystals but is otherwise in fine condition. Measures 2 1/2 x 2 3/4 x 1 5/8 inches and has a custom labeled base.

VANADINITE
El Kwal, Mibladen, Midelt, Khénifra Province, Meknès-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Red orange, glassy, hexagonal barrels of Vanadinite with bright yellow highlights on bladed white Barite. There is minor nicking to edges of several crystals, otherwise in fine condition. The largest crystal of this miniature measures ½ inch on edge and it's overall dimensions are 1 x 1 x 2 inches. It was purchased from Rudy Wald. Mounted upright on a custom base.

VANADINITE
El Kwal, Mibladen, Midelt, Khénifra Province, Meknès-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Bright golden-red Vanadinite crystals almost completely overcoating Barite blades. Very bright and sparkling specimen with very minor nicking to one edge, otherwise fine condition. Overall measurements are 1 ½ x 1 7/8 x 2 1/8 inches. Custom labeled base.

VANADINITE
El Kwal, Mibladen, Midelt, Khénifra Province, Meknès-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Sharp, lustrous dark red Vanadinites on characteristic black and white Barite blades. Significantly large crystals up to 5/8 inch with an almost metallic luster, this outstanding specimen is in excellent condition and measures 5 1/8 x 5 3/8 x 3 ¾ inches. With custom labeled base. It was purchased from Richard Eisenman.

VANADINITE ON BARITE
El Kwal, Mibladen, Midelt, Khénifra Province, Meknès-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Orange red, lustrous hexagonal crystals of Vanadinite on white bladed Barite in excellent condition. Overall specimen dimensions are 2 ½ x 3 ¼ x ¾ inches and it mounts on a custom labeled base.

VERY FINE PYROMORPHITE
Daoping Mine, Gongcheng Co., Guilin Prefecture, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
Very bright, lime-green Pyromorphite on tan limonite matrix. A three-dimensional specimen, with some crystals in back as well as in front. It has hollow hopper type terminations, some of which are colorless and up to ¾ inch in length. This extremely fine specimen was purchased from Daniel Jr. before he could bring it to market. It measures 3 1/8 x 4 x 3 ½ inches and has a custom labeled base.

LARGE CLASSIC DIOPTASE
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
A large, thin plate of bright Dioptase crystals on Calcite. The deep green crystal coverage is exceptional and complete, very bright and lustrous with no apparent damage. Measuring an impressive 7 x 4 1/8 inches wide, this fine specimen was originally purchased from Miriam & Julius Zweibel, renowned Tsumeb mineral dealers. Has custom labeled base.

DIOPTASE
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
Brilliantly glassy, large Dioptase crystals encrusting a Calcite matrix. This Dioptase aggregate has deep, intense, saturated green coloration. Classic specimen from the historic Tsumeb Mine. Fine condition with the exception of a very minor nick on the main crystal. Overall specimen measures 1 1/2 x 2 3/8 x 1 1/4 inches. Custom labeled base.

QUARTZ
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Water clear colorless Quartz cluster with slight veil type inclusions. The condition is excellent and the Quartz crystals are quite bright and lustrous. The largest crystal is 4 inches tall and overall dimensions are 5 ½ x 5 ¾ x 4 1/8 inches. Has custom labeled base. Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

FINE QUARTZ CLUSTER
Collier Creek Mine, Mt Ida, Montgomery Co., Arkansas, USA
Fine group of Arkansas Quartz crystals. This large multiple group of sharp, lustrous Quartz crystals shows signs of originally enveloping some material, now dissolved away. Many of the Quartz prisms are water clear with excellent growth striations. Overall specimen measurements are 8 ½ x 9 x 5 ½ inches and the largest crystal is 3 ½ inches tall. There is a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

PYRITE & CALCITE
Castrovirreyna District, Castrovirreyna Province, Huancavelica Department, Peru
Multiple, bright cubes of Pyrite with well striated faces nestled among water clear, colorless needle Quartz. The Pyrite and Quartz crystals are remarkably free from damage; this pristine specimen measures 1 ¼ x 4 x 2 7/8 inches. It sits on a custom labeled base. Ex Jean Claude collection.

QUARTZ WITH GREEN PHANTOMS
Fisher Spur Quartz Mine, Fisher Mtn, Montgomery Co., Arkansas, USA
This unusual Arkansas Quartz specimen consists of colorless prismatic Quartz crystals with strong pastel green phantoms. The largest crystal is 2 3/4 inches long. The specimen is in fine condition, measures 2 1/2 x 3 5/8 x 2 7/8 inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

PHANTOM QUARTZ
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Single Quartz prism with fine multiple, 'phantom' zones. The crystal has good luster and transparency, with minor damage to some edges, otherwise fine condition. It is 3 ½ inches tall with a diameter of 2 x 1 ¾ inches and mounts on a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ EPIMORPH ON CALCITE
Artigas, Artigas Department, Uruguay
An unusual encrustation epimorph of smokey and amethystine Quartz after Calcite. The specimen itself is hollow. Bright, lustrous and in excellent condition with the exception of stabilized hairline fractures in the upper reaches. Measures 2 x 2 x 4 5/8 inches and sits upright on a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

SMOKEY QUARTZ SCEPTER
Peterson Mountain (Hallelujah Junction), Lassen Co., California, USA
This classic "Hallelujah Junction" Quartz scepter has a very light smokey, transparent head on a dark smokey stem. With typical luster for the locality, it is 2 5/8 inches tall and 5/8 x 7/8 inches in diameter. In excellent condition, it has a custom labeled base

FINE SMOKEY QUARTZ SCEPTER
Corinto, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
This excellent smokey Quartz scepter is 4 3/8 inches tall with a very bright head of lustrous Quartz with smokey overtones on a colorless, included shaft. In very fine condition, it measures 1 3/4 x 1 5/8 x 4 3/8 inches and stands upright in a custom labeled base. Originally purchased from mineral dealer Carlos Vasconcelos.

QUARTZ SCEPTER
St. Johnsville Quarry, St. Johnsville, Montgomery Co., New York, USA
Very bright, water clear and lustrous scepter Quartz group with a dark included stem. The colorless Quartz heads are in fine condition and the overall specimen is 2 ¼ inches tall, dwarfing its stems. Overall measurements are 1 ½ x 1 ½ x 2 ¼ inches and has a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Large, single, transparent Japan-Law Quartz twin with a sprinkling of tiny, white, sugary Quartz crystals. The Japan-Law twin has a slight golden orange coloration from iron oxide staining. In very pristine condition, this crystal is an impressive 4 ½ inches between the "ears", with overall dimensions of 4 ½ x 3 ½ x 1 ¼ inches thick. Ex George Feist collection.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Duquesne (Washington Camp), Patagonia District, Patagonia Mts, Santa Cruz Co., Arizona, USA
This Japan-Law Quartz twin has a typical matte surface finish, excellent form, and little or no damage. Measuring a sizable 4 x 3 ¼ x 3/8 inches thick, this is an exceptional specimen from this Arizona locality. Essentially colorless to white, it sits upright in its custom labeled base.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Colorless, water clear Japan-Law Quartz twin has great striations on its primary faces. A large crystal by any standards, it only has one nick to its upper surface and meaures an impressive 3 5/8 inches across the "ears". In fine condition, overall measurements are 3 5/8 x 3 ¼ x 4 inches and it is 3/8 inch thick. Sits on a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

QUARTZ (VAR. JAPAN-LAW TWIN) WITH INCLUSIONS
Corinto, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Single water clear Japan-Law Quartz twin with dark "chlorite" phantom inclusions. There are signs of "contact growth" with another Quartz crystal on one arm, otherwise sharp and clean with excellent terminations. Measuring 4 ¾ inches between the "ears", the overall dimensions are 3 7/8 x 3 7/8 x 4 ¾ and is 3/8 inch thick. Ex George Feist collection.

QUARTZ
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Corinto, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Very large Japan-Law Quartz twin with dark green to black hair-like inclusions, probably Rutile but they could also be Tourmaline. An impressive 6 inches across the "ears", this specimen has minor nicking to edges but is otherwise in fine condition. Overall specimen measurements of 1 ½ x 6 x 4 inches with a custom labeled base.

SMOKEY QUARTZ
Dodo Mine, Polar Urals, Tyumenskaya Oblast', Western-Siberian Region, Russia
Very large and impressive group of smoky Quartz crystals that are quite transparent. The largest crystal is 8 1/2 inches long and is in very good condition especially considering its size. From the middle of Siberia, it was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Very minor nicking to one or two crystals, otherwise fine. Overall measurements are 5 1/4 x 6 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches and it stands on a custom labeled lucite base.

DOUBLE TERMINATED QUARTZ SCEPTER: SMOKEY & AMETHYST
Petersen Mountain (Hallelujah Junction), Lassen Co., California, USA
Doubly terminated sceptered Quartz that looks like a pointy 'dumbbell'. It has smokey and light amethystine heads and a smoky/colorless shaft. Some minor nicking and internal fractures, otherwise in fine condition. This unusual sceptered Quartz crystal is 5 inches long with a diameter that measures 1 ¼ x 1 inch. It has a custom labeled base.

AMETHYST
Ahmadnagar District, Maharashtra, India
Oddly shaped Amethyst group on colorless Quartz matrix. The deep purple, lustrous Amethyst crystals are very large for this atypical locality. The specimen measures 1 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 1 7/8 inches and stands upright in a custom base. Originally purchased from mineral dealer K. C. Pandey.

AMETHYST SCEPTER & REVERSE SCEPTER
Piedra Parada (Las Vigas), Veracruz, Mexico
An unusual Amethyst cluster with one normal scepter and two reverse scepters on the same specimen. There are many negative crystals internally. Sharp, clean and in fine condition. Overall measurements of this thumbnail is 1 x 5/8 x 1 inch and is mounted on a base. Ex George Feist collection.

DOUBLE TERMINATED AMETHYST WITH ENHYDROS
Goboboseb Mountains, Brandberg area, Brandberg District, Erongo Region, Namibia
This long, double terminated Amethyst measures an impressive 6 ¼ inches in length. There is a deep purple center with colorless terminations. It is enhanced by two enhydros with free moving bubbles. There is some minor edge wear but overall condition is excellent. The diameter is 1 1/8 x 1 ¼ inches and it has a custom labeled base. Ex Marshall & Charlotte Sussman collection, Ex Charlie Key collection.

WATER CLEAR CITRINE
São João Da Chapada, Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Sizable Quartz prism with natural light yellow citrine color that is quite transparent and limpid. Minor damage to tip of the termination and nicks on the crystal edges, otherwise good condition. The Citrine is 4 1/8 inches high and 1 1/8 x 1 7/8 inches in diameter. It sits upright on a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

SMOKEY QUARTZ SCEPTER

Petersen Mountain (Hallelujah Junction), Lassen Co., California, USA
Light citrine smokey Quartz scepter from famed Hallelujah Junction locality; the head is water clear and stem is a contrasting dark smokey color. The luster is quite bright and overall condition is quite fine. Standing 2 3/4 inches tall and 3/4 inches in diameter, this scepter has a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ SCEPTER
Thumbnail Herkimer scepter Quartz with a bright colorless head on a dark smokey shaft with a partial dark smokey crystal extending towards the back. It measures 5/8 x 5/8 x ¾.

LARGE SMOKEY QUARTZ POINT
Dodo Mine, Polar Urals, Tyumenskaya Oblast', Western-Siberian Region, Russia
This large Smoky Quartz prism measures 7 inches tall and is very transparent and well formed. It has some veil inclusions and sprinkled with a small amount of Mica and Clevelandite. In excellent condition, this imposing crystal was obtained from Daniel Jr. upon his return from Russia before it could be brought to market. It has a diameter of 4 inches and mounts upright in a custom labeled base.

SMOKEY SCEPTER "BARBELL"
St. Johnsville Quarry, St. Johnsville, Montgomery Co., New York, USA
Scepter Quartzes are rare from the St. Johnsville Quarry, and scepter 'barbells' are even rarer. The Quartz is bright, lustrous and glassy. There is a minor nick to one termination, otherwise in fine condition. Overall dimensions are 1 ¼ x 3 x 1 ½ inches and it has a custom labeled base.

QUARTZ SCEPTERS ON PYRITE
Shangbao Pyrite Mine, Leiyang Co., Hengyang Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Group of colorless, milky scepter Quartzes rising from a bed of brilliantly lustrous, sharp, cubic Pyrite crystals. In pristine condition. The tallest scepter is 2 5/8 inches high. Daniel Sr. recalls that this specimen has been photographed and published. It was originally purchased from Ernesto Ossola. Overall measurements are 2 ¾ x 3 5/8 x 3 inches and it has a custom labeled acrylic base.

QUARTZ WITH PYRITE
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Spruce Claim, Goldmeyer Hot Springs, King Co., Washington, USA
Very unusual Japan-Law twin Quartz from the famous Spruce Claim of Washington. A series of Pyrite cubes with a Japan-Law Quartz nestled amongst other normal, colorless Quartz prisms. In fine condition with overall measurements of 2 3/8 x 5 7/8 x 2 7/8 inches and a custom labeled base.

SPODUMENE
Var. KUNZITE
Konar Province, Afghanistan
A very large Spodumene specimen (var. Kunzite), with a spear point type termination and excellent lilac color. In fine condition especially considering its size. Its faces have the typical striations and is slightly included in the basal portion. Extremely deep coloration when lit along the c-axis. This excellent specimen is 6 ¾ inches tall, 5 inches wide and 1 inch thick. Has custom labeled base.

EMERALD ON MATRIX
Coscuez Mine, Muzo, Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia
Emerald crystals on matrix, with one sharp, clean, terminated crystal rising out of a typical mixed matrix of dark and colorless Calcite crystals overcoating black shale. One other minor terminated Emerald crystal and several other unterminated ones. All have excellent bright green gemmy coloration. Measures 2 x 2 5/8 x 1 ¾ inches and has custom labeled base. Purchased from Jose' Vesga.

EMERALD ON MATRIX
Coscuez Mine, Muzo, Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia
Gem green Emerald crystal on matrix. The crystal has excellent color, is sharp and well terminated, and is relatively clean. The grey calcitic matrix has some minor accessory Pyrite and there is also a partially complete second Emerald. The main Emerald is in fine condition and the overall dimensions of this miniature are 1 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 1 ¾ inches. Displayed on a custom labeled base.

AQUAMARINE WITH ALBITE & MUSCOVITE
Shengus, Haramosh Mts., Skardu District, Baltistan, Northern Areas, Pakistan
Water clear, limpid, single Aquamarine prism with Albite and minor accessory black Tourmaline and Muscovite. With a complex termination, the Aquamarine is gemmy, transparent and of a light blue color. At 2 ¼ inches tall, it is 1 5/8 x 1 1/8 inches in diameter with a custom labeled base.

PERIDOT
Manshera, Naran-Kagan Valley, Kohistan District, North-West Frontier Province, Pakistan
Well terminated Peridot crystal with typical complex "melted" exterior appearance. The color is a clean green and the crystal itself is sharp and long for the species. In fine condition, it measures 5/8 x 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches. Sits upright in custom labeled base.

EXCEPTIONAL BLUE FLUORITE WITH CALCITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
This exceptional blue Fluorite consists of an aggregate of large, powder blue octahedrons with a velvety luster and a sprinkling of colorless 'poker chip' type Calcites on edges. In pristine condition. The crystals on this fine specimen are very large, measuring 2 5/8 inches on edge. From the famous 'Blue Pocket' of the Xianghualing Mine, this specimen was purchased from Daniel Junior being brought to market. Overall measurements are 4 ½ x 9 7/8 x 6 inches. It has a custom labeled base.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Large, bright coverage group of light green Fluorite cubes with minor accessory colorless Calcite crystals. This fine display specimen is mirror bright, the crystals are water clear, and although there are signs of removal on the back it is otherwise in pristine condition. The largest crystals are 1 inch on edge and the overall specimen measures a sizable 4 x 10 ¼ x 5 ½ inches. Comes with a custom labeled stand. This large cabinet specimen was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Limpid, water-clear cubes of green Fluorite with minor octahedral modifications. There are dark gray to black inclusions in the cores of some crystals. Extremely glassy faces and in very fine condition. Purchased from Daniel Junior before the rest of the lot were brought to market. Overall measurements are 2 ½ x 4 ½ x 2 1/8 inches and the largest crystal is 1 ¾ inches across. Has custom labeled base.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Group of large transparent light green Fluorite crystals with cloud-like central core phantoms. Crystals are sharp, clean and have excellent luster. In fine condition, the largest crystals are 1 3/4 inches on edge and overall dimensions are 2 1/2 x 3 1/4 x 4 3/8 inches. This specimen was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
From the 1997 "Green Phantom" pocket, this mass of transparent, water clear Fluorite cubes has central cloud-like inclusions. There are a couple of nicks to corners, otherwise in fine condition with cubes up to 1 3/8 inches on edge. Overall dimensions are 3 ½ x 4 x 3 inches and it mounts on a custom labeled base. Obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

CALCITE WITH FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Colorless Calcites on light green Fluorites. The large Calcites have some gray inclusions and excellent form and measure up to 1 ½ inches on edge. The accompanying Fluorites are mirror bright, transparent and lustrous. This specimen was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Overall measurements are 2 ¼ x 2 ½ x 2 7/8 inches with custom labeled base.

FLUORITE & CHALCOPYRITE ON GALENA
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
A combination of single water clear Fluorite cubes with crystallized Galena and Chalcopyrite. The Galena has a satin luster and the Chalcopyrite is much the same. The condition of the Fluorite is excellent. The specimen measures 2 ¼ x 3 ¼ x 2 3/8 inches with the largest crystals being 1 inch on edge. Has a custom labeled stand. Ex Vladimir Pelepenko collection.

PURPLE FLUORITE WITH APATITE & BERTRANDITE
Aqshatau, Qaraghandy Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Extremely deep purple-black Fluorite with accessory white Bertrandite crystals and blue prisms of Apatite. The Fluorites show extremely complex triangular faces and there is a purple overcoat on back surfaces. A one-time-only occurrence, this specimen is in fine condition with minor damage that is difficult to discern. It measures 5 x 8 x 4 ¾ inches, the largest crystal is 2 ¼ inches on edge and it has a custom labeled base. From the renowned Vladimir Pelepenko collection.

BLUE FLUORITE WITH CALCITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
An extraordinarily large blue Fluorite from the famous 'blue pocket', the central crystal of this specimen measures a sizable 3 ¾ inches on edge. It is aesthetically surrounded by a sprinkling of glassy colorless, tabular Calcites on the bottom and rear. It has a sparkling druzy luster and is in pristine condition. It was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Measuring 4 5/8 x 4 7/8 x 5 inches, there is a small amount of matrix on the back and it sits in a custom labeled base.

BLUE FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Phantomed blue octahedral Fluorite with velvet druzy surfaces and bone-white accessory Calcite. In pristine condition with custom labeled base. Obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Measures 3 ½ x 4 ½ x 3 ¾ inches and the largest crystal is 2 ¾ inches on edge.

GREEN FLUORITE WITH CALCITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Light green Fluorite with colorless, sharp, tabular Calcite crystals. The Fluorites have minor octahedral modifications. Limpid with glassy luster and in fine condition. This specimen was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. Has custom labeled base and measures 2 x 3 x 2 ¾ inches, and the largest Fluorites are ¾ inches on edge.

GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
This light pastel green cubic Fluorite, with octahedral modifications, is overcoated on the backside by colorless Calcite crystals. There are some "phantom" zones visible within the Fluorites. This specimen was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. In excellent condition, it measures 2 ¼ x 4 ¼ x 2 1/8 inches, with the largest crystals 1 ¾ inches on edge. Has custom labeled base.

GREEN FLUORITE WITH CALCITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Green grey lustrous Fluorite cubes with phantoms, topped with sharp colorless Calcite crystals. There is some contact to the edge of two of the Calcites, otherwise in very fine condition. This specimen measures 3 1/4 x 4 x 4 5/8 inches and was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

GREEN FLUORITE WITH CALCITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Mirror bright, green Fluorite cubes with large, tabular, colorless Calcites, this fine cabinet specimen has cubes that are up to 1 1/8 inches on an edge. In pristine condition, overall measurements are 3 ½ x 7 ¾ x 5 inches. Displayed on a custom labeled base, it was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

DEEP GOLDEN CALCITE
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Central Tennessee District, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
This classic Elmwood Calcite has all of the key desirable attributes: great color, luster, transparency and form. This multiple scalenohedral Calcite group has contrasting accessory purple Fluorite crystals and lustrous Sphalerite accents to prove its Elmwood origins. Very minor nicking on one crystal, otherwise in pristine condition. The largest crystal is a sizable 5 1/4 inches in length and the overall specimen measurements are 3 1/2 x 6 1/4 inches. Comes with a custom labeled base.

CALCITE
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Central Tennessee District, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
Large golden scalenohedrons of Calcite on silicified limestone matrix with excellent luster and fine condition. There is a small Barite ball on the bottom, and the Calcites are transparent and glassy with coloration that grades from colorless to bright golden yellow at the terminations. Measuring 4 ½ x 5 ¼ x 5 ½ inches, this specimen is in pristine, undamaged condition. Accompanied with a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

CALCITE
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Central Tennessee District, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
Bright honey-gold Calcite perched on a grey-white fin of limestone country rock. Mirror bright luster and excellent color with a minor nick to one termination, otherwise fine condition. Overall specimen measures 2 3/4 x 6 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches and has a custom labeled stand.

CALCITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Group of flattened, colorless scalenohedral Calcite crystals with excellent luster and form. The specimen is in pristine condition and the primary crystal measures 4 inches across. The aggregate measurements are 2 x 4 ½ x 3 inches and it has a custom labeled base. This specimen was acquired from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

BRIGHT UNUSUAL CALCITE
Verchniy Mine, Karadubsky Ore Field, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
This bright and unusual cabinet specimen consists of several radiating spherical groups of druzy Quartz overcoating acicular Calcite. Primarily colorless, this sparkling assemblage looks like tiny white worms or stalactites radiating out from a common center, perched on a contrasting dark gray matrix. The specimen fluoresces a very weird and unusual blue/salmon color under UV light. There is some minor damage to edges otherwise it is in fine condition. Overall measurements are 7 ½ x 7 ½ x 4 ½ inches and it has a custom labeled base. Ex Vladmir Korshnikov collection.

CALCITE WITH REALGAR
Jiepaiyu Mine, Shimen Deposit, Shimen Co., Changde Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Classic scalenohedral Calcite group with brilliant crystal faces and off-white to white color. There are bright red Realgar crystals associated, suggesting its Chinese origin. Very sharp, clean and lustrous, this extraordinarily large cabinet specimen is remarkably free from damage. It was purchased from Daniel Jr. before he could bring it to market. The condition of the Realgar crystals show that it has been well stored, as there is very little orange coloration indicating Orpiment alteration. The largest crystal is 3 3/4 inches long and overall dimensions of this dynamic specimen are 8 x 10 1/2 x 6 5/8 inches. There is a custom labeled base for display purposes.

CALCITE WITH FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Matrix Calcite specimen with very large, colorless Calcite crystals up to 4 inches. The Calcites have excellent form and growth patterns. There is minor damage to the edge of one large crystal, otherwise in very fine condition; especially considering the size of the crystals and the overall specimen. This Calcite plate was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could come to market. It measures 6 1/2 x 13 x 5 1/4 inches and has a custom labeled base.

CALCITE ON GREEN FLUORITE
Xianghualing Mine, Linwu Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
From the "Green Phantom" pocket, this specimen was nicknamed the "Turtle" because it had a Calcite shell and a Fluorite body. The tabular, bladed, colorless Calcites are large and lustrous, measuring up to 2 ¾ inches across, and with one minor exception, free from damage. The transparent Fluorite cubes are light green with cloudy phantom cores and have a very glassy luster. In fine condition, this specimen was obtained from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. It has a custom labeled base and measures 5 ½ x 5 x 4 inches.

GOLDEN CALCITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Very fine golden Calcite group from Kazakhstan. The Calcites are twinned and sit on a greyish limstone matrix. All of the Calcites are sharp and lustrous with excellent transparency. This specimen is in pristine condition and measures 4 3/4 x 4 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches with single crystals up to 1 3/4 inches across. Custom labeled base.

CALCITE ON MATRIX
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Fine group of light, golden Calcites on gray bladed matrix. The Calcites appear to be optically flawless and the faces are a complex array of growth helices with no discernable damage other than a microscopic pit on crystal face. Measures 2 3/8 x 4 3/8 x 4 ½ and the largest crystal is 1 3/8 inches on edge. Purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market. It has a custom labeled base.

CALCITE ON MATRIX
York, York Co., Pennsylvania, USA
Large group of honey colored Calcite crystals on Calcite matrix. The Calcites are glassy and transparent with complex striations on growth faces, measuring up to 2 ¼ inches across. A striking specimen from an unusual locality, it is in good condition. This cabinet specimen has overall measurements of 4 x 4 ½ x 5 inches and has a custom labeled base. Originally from Byron Brookmyer to George Feist to Daniel Sr.

CALCITE
Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Central Tennessee District, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
Large Elmwood Calcite crystal with lustrous golden terminations on a silicified limestone matrix. This cabinet specimen has very good form with a minor bit of damage to one termination, otherwise in excellent condition. The Calcites have milky center cores with golden transparent tips, overall measurements of 5 3/4 x 7 5/8 x 4 7/8 inches. There is a custom labeled base. Ex George Feist collection.

SCEPTER CALCITES IN AMETHYST GEODE
Artigas, Artigas Department, Uruguay
Sizable Amethyst vug, measuring 10 x 9 7/8 x 6 ½ inches, with a small forest of colorless scepter Calcites. The tallest of these distinctive scepters is over 2 ¼ inches in length. Their colorless forms pleasantly contrast with the lilac purple amethyst crystals that are sparkling with a druzy coating of tiny Calcites. There is one repair to a scepter, otherwise in fine condition. Originally purchased from Shelly Siegal of Aurora Minerals.

CALCITE ON GALENA
2nd Sovietski Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Colorless, well formed Calcite rhombs on crystallized Galena octahedra with black reniform Sphalerite. The Sphalerite has an almost "druzy" type of luster and there are minor needle Quartz points coating small areas. A striking contrast in black and white, in excellent condition with overall dimensions of 2 7/8 x 3 7/8 x 2 3/4 inches with a custom labeled base.

GALENA
2nd Sovietski Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Sizable cubo-octahedron of Pyrite that measures 1 1/2 inches on edge with some 'hopper' faces. This large primary crystal is perched on a base of Pyrite, Sphalerite and needle Quartz. In excellent condition, overall measurements are 2 7/8 x 3 x 3 1/8 inches. Has custom labeled base.

GALENA
Joplin Field, Tri-State District, Jasper Co., Missouri, USA
A classic Tri-State specimen: simple 2 3/8 inch Galena cube on Calcite matrix with some minor Pyrite dusting. The Galena has mirror bright silvery faces, with minor nicking on one corner, otherwise in fine condition. Overall measurements are 3 ½ x 4 5/8 x 3 5/8 inches. Has custom labeled base.

GALENA ON QUARTZ
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Very complex cube of Galena with octahedral modifications on Quartz. The Galena features numerous hopper faces along with well defined growth helices. Very bright and lustrous, the metallic silver-black of the Galena stands out in sharp contrast to the colorless needle Quartz that it is perched on. The Galena is 1 ¾ inches wide and overall this fine specimen is 2 ½ x 2 ½ x 3 ½ inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

MANGANOCALCITE WITH FLUORITE, SPHALERITE & GALENA
2nd Sovietski Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Very faintly pink, almost colorless, Manganocalcite crystals with a sprinkling of colorless cubo-octahedrons of Fluorite with light purple cores, perched on a dark matrix of sharp and lustrous Sphalerite and Galena crystals. The Manganocalcites have a sparkly, druzy surface and are quite showy. In fine condition, mounts on a custom labeled base, and measures 4 3/4 x 5 1/2 x 4 inches.

BLUE TOURMALINE
Santa Rosa Mine, Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Vivid blue is the hallmark of this sizable Tourmaline. Measuring 9 ¾ inches in length, there is some pink coloration near the base as well as a hint of green, but blue is the dominant color. There are hundreds of subparallel prisms with complex terminal faces. The luster is glassy and the condition is fine; especially for its size. The Santa Rosa Mine is known for producing blue-green and/or green Tourmalines; a blue Tourmaline is almost unheard of - especially of this size and quality. There is minor damage to a few terminations but that is only apparent upon close inspection. Overall measurements are 2 5/8 x 2 7/8 x 9 ¾ inches. Custom labeled base. Ex Richard Sun collection.

BLUE GREEN TOURMALINE WITH "SNOW"
Santa Rosa Mine, Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Unusual blue green Tourmaline that was the second largest specimen in the pocket that Daniel Sr. purchased. It is composed of multiple subparallel crystals with contrasting "snow on roof" type terminations. In fine condition; two larger terminations on the back have been rehealed but they do not detract from the specimen when it is displayed. There is the not so unusual damage to minor side crystals. This Tourmaline is 7 inches tall, 2 1/8 x 2 3/8 inches in diameter, has a contrasting deep pink core and sits upright on a custom labeled base. Purchased from Richard Sun in 1996.

BI-COLOR TOURMALINE ON QUARTZ
Pederneira Mine, São José da Safira, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Gem quality Bi-Color Tourmaline that is blue-green with pink coloration. Highly unusual from this locality, it sits on a smokey Quartz prism with Lepidolite accents. The Tourmaline is well terminated and quite clean with numerous facet-grade areas, including a gem nodule. It is 4 1/2 inches long and has one repair, not unusual for a matrix specimen of this length. Overall measurements are 1 1/2 x 3 x 5 3/8 inches and it has a custom labeled base. This exemplary specimen was obtained directly from the mine owner Ze Menezes.

IMPOSING RUBELLITE TOURMALINE WITH COOKEITE & LEPIDOLITE
Morro Redondo Mine, Coronel Murta, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
This imposing Tourmaline is overcoated with off-white, silvery Muscovite mica on the back and sides, accented with large Lepidolite crystal groups. The Tourmaline color is deep purple with pink overtones, well terminated with little or no damage apparent, and sits on a custom labeled base. At 6 inches tall and 4 x 3 ¾ inches in diameter, this fine Tourmaline is in excellent condition. Originally purchased from mineral dealer Chris Wright.

BLUE GREEN TOURMALINE
Santa Rosa Mine, Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
Blue green Tourmaline with a crest of cream colored Mica to the side. Condition of the 1 ½ inch Tourmaline crystal is excellent, with very minor nicking. Overall measurements 1 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 ½ inches with custom labeled base.

MULTICOLOR TOURMALINE
Barra de Salinas Mining District, Barra de Salinas, Coronel Murta, Minas Gerais, Southeast Region, Brazil
This Tourmaline group consists of two major crystals with a couple of minor accessory crystals. Terminations show an unusual golden-rose color while the body color is light green with pink. One major crystal shows regrowth during crystal formation and there is one repair, otherwise fine condition. Has custom labeled base and measures 1 3/4 x 2 x 6 inches. Ex Richard Sun collection.

CLASSIC WHEATLEY PYROMORPHITE
Wheatley Mines, Phoenixville Mining District, Chester Co., Pennsylvania, USA
This fine Wheatley Pyromorphite is an American classic. The terminology "Wheatley Mines" refers to mines in and around the Phoenixville district of Chester County, including the French Creek Mine that was started in 1717 and ceased operations in 1928. This highly desirable specimen is an aggregate of deep grass green, lustrous, hexagonal prisms encrusting a light orange characteristic matrix. Exceptionally fine specimen, in excellent condition with sizable crystals up to 5/16 inches in length. Overall specimen measures 3 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 inches. Custom labeled base.

STELLERITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Bright orange spherical aggregates of Stellerite with associated salmon pink Heulandite crystals on a gray matrix with minor Quartz crystals. Overall specimen measures 2 ¼ x 2 ½ x 2 7/8 inches. These large radiating balls of Stellerite have excellent color. This rare zeolite is very aesthetic and is in fine undamaged condition. Custom labeled base.

STELLERITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Striking orange Stellerite cluster on white matrix material. There are three primary globular crystals, as well as a partial crystal that shows the internal radiating structure. In fine condition, this unusual zeolite measures 1 1/2 x 2 x 1 1/4 inches and has a custom base.

CINNABAR ON DOLOMITE
Xiangxi Deposit, Xiangxi Ore Field, Yuanling Co., Huaihua Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
These Cinnabar crystals have a deep red, metallic luster and are sitting on a contrasting white Dolomite matrix. This well formed, sharp, classic Chinese specimen is in fine condition and measures ½ x 1 ½ x ¾ inches, with a custom labeled base. Ex Stuart Wilensky collection.

KYANITE
Serra das Éguas (Brumado), Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil
Very long Kyanite crystal group with one terminated crystal: a very rare occurrence since specimens rarely reach this length and Kyanite specimens in general are rarely terminated. The overall length is an impressive 11 3/8 inches and consists of a spray of three crystals originating from a common base that is 5/8 x 7/8 inches. There is a custom labeled stand. Ex Victor Yount collection.

ERYTHRITE
Bou Azzer East Deposit, Bou Azzer, Bou Azzer District, Tazenakht, Ouarzazate Province, Souss-Massa-Draâ Region, Morocco
Fine, large multiple crystal group of Erythrite. A multiple rose-red-maroon group of subparallel bladed crystals on a typical matrix. In very fine condition, this specimen has been photographed and published. Overall measurements are 2 1/8 x 2 x 2 ½ inches and it sits in a custom labeled base. Ex Victor Yount collection.

SCHEELITE & GOSHENITE ON MUSCOVITE
Pingwu Co., Mianyang Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China
This specimen is a modern classic; golden orange Scheelite with a tabular Goshenite crystal companion, all on a Muscovite base. The Scheelite has complex faces, measures 1 5/8 inches on edge and has a satin luster. The micas are sharp and undamaged. Overall dimensions are 2 1/4 x 3 1/2 x 1 3/4 inches, with custom labeled base. It was purchased from Daniel Jr. before it could be brought to market.

SPHALERITE ON QUARTZ
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Nearly spherical group of almost black Sphalerite perched on a matrix of colorless Quartz prisms. In fine condition, there is minor damage to the back of the Sphalerite and to some of the Quartz crystals, but it does not detract from the aethetics of the specimen. Overall dimensions of 2 x 2 x 3 inches, with custom labeled base. Ex Iouri Poustov collection.

PRISMATIC QUARTZ ON ANDRADITE GARNET
Sinerechenskoe Skarn Occurrence, Kavalerovo Mining District, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Sculptural green-gray prismatic Quartz crystals with brownish Garnet matrix. The Quartz prisms explode from the matrix and get larger towards the termination, giving flair to the specimen. There is one repair and minor nicking to the tip of one crystal, otherwise in fine condition. Measures 2 7/8 x 3 ½ x 4 inches and the largest crystal is 2 ½ inches long. Sits upright in custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

GREEN APOPHYLLITE
Pune District, Maharashtra, India
Apophyllite pseudo-cubes with green centers and accessory Mesolite. Sharp and lustrous crystals in fine condition, the largest one measures 1 1/8 inches on edge, while overall measurements are 1 ¾ x 1 ¾ x 1 3/8 inches. With custom base.

APOPHYLLITE WITH CALCITE & STILBITE
Pune District, Maharashtra, India
A sharp, double terminated Apophyllite crystal on matrix with rhombic colorless Calcites. The Apophyllite is a sizable 2 1/4 inches across and the overall specimen measures 3 x 3 1/2 x 4 inches. Has custom labeled base and was originally purchased from mineral dealer K.C. Pandey.

CHALCOCITE ON PYRITE
Dzhezkazgan Mine, Dzhezkazgan, Zhezqazghan Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Complete Chalcocite crystal on a finger of Pyrite. The Chalcocite is satin black and in excellent condition, overall measurements of this thumbnail specimen are 5/8 x ¼ x 1 inch and sits on a custom base.

CHALCOCITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
A fine Chalcocite with a stacked habit and typical metallic black luster. This thumbnail specimen is in fine condition, measures 3/8 x ½ x ¾ inches and has a custom base.

CHALCOCITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Sharp, clean, single Chalcocite crystal. This thumbnail is in excellent condition with the exception of a minor contact area on the backside. Overall dimensions are ½ x ¾ x 1 inch and has a custom stand.

CHALCOCITE WITH CALCITE
Sarbai Mine, Rudnyi Altai, Qostaney Oblysy, Kazakhstan
Reasonably sharp Chalcocite crystals with Calcite scalenohedrons overcoated with black oxides. This thumbnail specimen is in excellent condition and measures 5/8 x 7/8 x 1 inch with custom base.

ANGLESITE
Touissit, Touissit District, Oujda-Angad Province, Oriental Region, Morocco
Bright yellow Anglesite with axe-blade habit. A large specimen for the species, it is transparent with matrix on one side and a small of nicking an edge, otherwise fine. Has custom labeled base and measures 7/8 x 1 ¾ x 2 1/8 inches. Ex Victor Yount collection.

ANGLESITE
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
Pale yellow to colorless Anglesite from the famed Tsumeb mine. This sharp crystal is quite lustrous with some minor nicking to edges, otherwise in fine condition. It measures 2 x 1 1/4 x 2 inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex Victor Yount collection.

ANGLESITE & GALENA
Touissit, Touissit District, Oujda-Angad Province, Oriental Region, Morocco
Gemmy light yellow Anglesite crystals in a vug of Galena ore. The Anglesites are sharp and clean and the largest crystal measures ½ inch on edge. In fine condition, overall dimensions are 3 x 3 ½ x 1 ¾ inches. There is a custom labeled base.

ANGLESITE WITH CERUSSITE ON GALENA
Touissit, Touissit District, Oujda-Angad Province, Oriental Region, Morocco
Single, bright deep yellow Anglesite crystal protruding from dark massive galena matrix with minor accessory Cerussite crystals. The Anglesite is clean, sharp and lustrous; in excellent condition. The crystal is very transparent. Fitting in a custom labeled base, it measures 1 3/8 x 3 ½ x 2 1/8 inches. Ex Dick Hauck collection.

DYSCRASITE
Uranium Mine No. 21, Príbram, Central Bohemia Region, Bohemia, Czech Republic
A complex group of radiating Dyscrasite crystals rising from a vuggy geode-style matrix. The sharp, well terminated and lustrous metallic bronze-black crystals contrast strongly with the golden matrix. In excellent condition, measuring 2 1/2 x 3 x 4 5/8 inches tall, with custom labeled base.

TETRAHEDRITE
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Almost spherical group of Tetrahedrite crystals on Quartz matrix with Calcites. There is accessory Sphalerite with golden epitaxial Chalcopyrite. The primary crystal group is bright, metallic black. The specimen is in fine condition, measures 2 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Pelepenko collection.

DATOLITE & ILVAITE ON CALCITE
Verchniy Mine, Karadubsky Ore Field, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Exceptionally sharp, colorless, water clear Calcite crystals with associated Datolite and Ilvaite. This unusual specimen measures 1 ¾ x 2 ¼ x 1 ¼ inches and has a custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

ARSENOPYRITE

Yaogangxian Mine, Yizhang Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
Group of sharp Arsenopyrite crystals with black Sphalerite and an occasional water clear Quartz prism. In excellent condition, it measures 3 x 3 ½ x 2 ¼ inches and has a custom labeled base.

SELENITE
Naica Mine, Naica, Mun. de Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico
From the fabled Silver mines of Naica, Chihuahua, home of the "Cave of Swords," comes this group of colorless Selenite crystals. As is typical of larger groups; it is made up of a series of stubby, transparent prisms arranged in a hap-hazard fashion. Formed by hot thermal springs deep in the mine, their colorless "ice crystal" appearance belies the infernal temperatures that help them to grow. Minor "dings" to some crystal tips, otherwise fine condition. Overall measurements are a sizable 15 ½ x 10 ½ x 7 ½ inches.

DIOPTASE ON CALCITE
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
Bright, gemmy green Dioptase crystals are sprinkled across a matrix of white Calcite rhombs; providing a colorful contrast. There is some very minor damage to the edges of the specimen, otherwise in pristine condition. Measuring 3 3/8 x 4 ½ x 2 ¼ inches, it sits in a custom labeled base. Ex Dick Willis collection.

DEEP RED VANADINITE
El Kwal, Mibladen, Midelt, Khénifra Province, Meknès-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
This Vanadinite specimen has an unusual rounded-edge habit, giving it a "flowery" appearance. Its dark red-orange crystals have a fine bright, almost metallic luster, in contrast with the neutral light colored matrix. There are a few broken crystals, otherwise in fine condition. Measuring 2 ½ x 5 x 3 inches, it has a custom labeled base. It was originally purchased from the Rocksmith's.

GREEN UVITE WITH MAGNESITE
Serra das Éguas (Brumado), Bahia, Northeast Region, Brazil
Grass-green Uvite crystals accented by lustrous and transparent Magnesite crystals. Uvite is a rare member of the Tourmaline family and even rarer when found as gemmy specimens such as this. This bright miniature is in good condition with some minor inconsequential damage. It measures 1 7/8 x 4 ¼ x 3 ¾ inches and has a custom labeled base.

CASSITERITE
Pingwu Co., Mianyang Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China
A lustrous, sharp, black Cassiterite crystal; there is no matrix and it shows minor contact on backside. In fine condition; it measures 1 1/8 x 1 ½ x ¾ inches and has a custom base.

PYRRHOTITE WITH GALENA, CHALCOPYRITE & CALCITE
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Sharp lustrous Pyrrhotite crystals on a matrix of Galena, colorless Calcite, Sphalerite, Chalcopyrite and needle Quartz. Some of the Galenas are spinel twinned. Fine condition with overall measurements of 5 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 6 inches, and the Pyrrhotites measure up to 2 ¾ inches on edge. Custom labeled base. Ex Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

ANALCIME "BASEBALL"
Nizhnyaya Tunguska River Basin, Evenkia, Krasnoyarsk Territory, Eastern-Siberian Region, Russia
Very large colorless Analcime crystal that is sharp and lustrous. It is perched on a finger of tan matrix and is in fine condition. The Analcime is 4 inches across and overall this "baseball" specimen is 3 5/8 x 4 x 3 1/2 inches; with a custom labeled base. Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

ORANGE AGATE SPHERE
Rio Grande do Sul, South Region, Brazil
Bright carnelian Agate sphere with strong "bullseye" patterning in orange and white with a touch of yellow. There is a tiny cavity with a small amount of druzy Quartz, otherwise perfectly round and 4 inches in diameter. In excellent condition and has custom stand. Ex George Feist collection.

ADAMITE
Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mun. de Mapimí, Durango, Mexico
Fan and wheel shaped green to colorless Adamite aggregates on orange limonitic matrix. Strong green fluorescence under UV light. Fine condition with custom labeled base, measuring 3 x 2 7/8 x 2 ½ inches.

OLIVENITE
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
This deep green Olivenite, from the now defunct Tsumeb mine, is an aggregate of radiating wedge-shaped crystals in fine condition, with only some minor, inconsequential nicks. Overall measurements are 7/8 x 1 1/4 x 1 ½ inches and has a custom base. Ex Dick Hauck collection.

BARITE
Tarnobrzeg, Podkarpackie, Poland
This fine Barite specimen consists of multiple radiating "root beer" colored prisms with sharp terminations on a tan matrix of acicular Barite. The radiating habit contributes to the sculptural aspects of the specimen. Condition is good with a few minor broken crystals, otherwise fine. The specimen measures 3 5/8 x 4 ¾ x 4 inches and has a custom labeled base.

EMERALD
Gujar Killi Valley Deposit, Swat Valley, Northwest Frontier, Pakistan
Group of Emerald crystals in matrix with translucent prisms, one of which shows a flat termination, others have signs of being contacted. Good color but highly included. Matrix is tan to ochre in color. Specimen measures 1 1/8 x 1 3/4 x 3 5/8 inches and has custom labeled base.

VIVIANITE WITH QUARTZ & PYRITE
Var. JAPAN-LAW TWIN
Huanuni Mine, Huanuni, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia
This striking miniature has two transparent blue-green Vivianite prisms along with a Japan-Law Quartz that has golden inclusions and is overcoated with a druze of bright Pyrite. This fine association piece is in excellent condition and measures 1 1/8 x 1 ¾ x 1 ½ inches. Has custom labeled stand.

MANGANOCALCITE SCALENOHEDRAL TWIN
Nikolaevskiy Mine, Dal'negorsk, Primorskiy Kray, Far-Eastern Region, Russia
Very lustrous and sharp scalenohedral twin Manganocalcite with virtually no damage. This soft pale pink crystal specimen is quite sizable at 3 ½ x 6 x 3 inches. It has a custom labeled base and is from the Vladimir Kuvshinov collection.

LARGE MAGNETITE CRYSTALS
Madawaska Mine, Faraday Township, Bancroft District, Hastings Co., Ontario, Canada
Massive group of dark greyish black Magnetite octahedrons with a luster that ranges from matte to shiny. Unusually large crystals for the species; from a Canadian mine that was in operation sporadically for 16 out of 28 years and closed altogether 25 years ago. This distinctive crystal group is in good condition overall, with some damage to terminations on two crystals. Dimensions are 4 ¼ x 6 x 3 ½ inches and it has a custom labeled base.

LARGE IRIDESCENT FOSSIL AMMONITE
Peltocertoides sp., Ulyanovsk, Russia, Lower Cretaceous
When Daniel Jr. was traveling through Russia he stopped in Ulyanovsk, a city on the Volga River and the birthplace of Vladimir Lenin. Located 893 km east of Moscow, it is a renowned fossil locality. Although he was searching for mineral specimens, he also knew that this was a locality for unusual fossil ammonites. While he was there, he watched fossil diggers uncover this fine specimen. When he returned to the U.S., Daniel Sr. obtained the ammonite from him; one of the few fossils ever to be added to his collection. The ammonite is large for the species and has a significant amount of original nacre - with flashing highlights of pink and purple on pearlescent white and cream. At the time of its discovery, it was one of the largest and finest of its type, as most specimens from the area are measurably smaller. The ammonite is in excellent and original condition, never having been prepared or restored. The overall diameter is 11 x 12 inches and it is 3 inches thick. It sits upright on a custom acrylic base.