Ludlamite

LudlamiteThis is without a doubt one of the most distinctive Ludlamites I have seen from Huanuni. Typically, the Ludlamites from this locality are found in fan like sprays or even bow tie shaped aggregates, but to find a sphere shaped aggregate like this is exceedingly rare. Additionally, Ludlamite associated with Quartz is also incredibly rare. The Ludlamite ball on this piece is virtually undamaged and has a pleasing rich green color with good luster and

Specimen # BOL711B182

white "spheres" of Augelite (I had them analyzed)

and although it’s best known for its phosphate species

If you collect gem crystals

Franckeite is a relatively rare iron

This piece features a sharp

and this one is distinctive because it formed in a three-dimensional cluster with attractive

Carbonate-rich Hydroxylapatite is actually a variety of Hydroxylapatite and is well known from a fair number of world localities

prismatic crystals of Vivianite which are associated with beautifully contrasting golden Childrenite aggregates

the distinctive golden color is not what one thinks of when it comes to Danburite

the Bolivian specimens are considered great "classics"

purple "reverse" scepter and simple prisms of Amethyst associated with good quality