Specular Hematite...

crocoite · Post by **crocoite** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 2:20 am

From the same location as the 'kidney ore', Florence Mine, Cumbria. This is what is known as specular hematite...

Image is 4mm wide.

Must be HEMATITE WEEK!

Ken Ramos · Post by **Ken Ramos** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 3:42 am

Looking at these mineral posts makes one wonder about the molecular processes involved in bringing about specimens such as these. Interesting thing to ponder, thanks Steve.

beetleman · Post by **beetleman** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 6:28 am

Look at the blades and shine on that specimen. Very nice Steve. Is that in with Quartz crystals?

Carl_Constantine · Post by **Carl_Constantine** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 10:02 am

Looks like some creature is coming out of the crystal. Cool shot.

crocoite · Post by **crocoite** » Tue Nov 07, 2006 2:01 am

Thanks guys...and yes Doug, those are quartz crystals.