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Hematite

Cleator Moor, West Cumberland Iron Field, North and Western Region (Cumberland), Cumbria, England

10cm x 7.34cm x 3.26cm

Ex. Ward's (circa 1875-1891)

Ex. Michigan College of Mines
(A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum)


Description/Interesting Notes:

A gorgeous, 19th century example of botryoidal hematite from this historic locale!!! This specimen consists of a showy cluster of botryoidal hematite crystals with attractive reddish hue and areas of high luster!!! The specimen consists of two large botryoids that are covered with smaller botryoidal forms!!! This specimen is thick and solid!!! This specimen is from the A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and retains old labels from Michigan College of Mines and an old Ward's label that dates to between 1875-1891!!! This specimen also retains its old, original, antique glass-lined specimen box as well!!! This specimen is simply gorgeous in person!!! Classic old time material!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! STAY TUNED!!! MORE AUCTIONS WILL BE ADDED SATURDAY NIGHT FOR A SPECIAL 5-DAY AUCTION, ENDING THURSDAY MARCH 7th!!!

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