Colorless, bladed hemimorphite crystals sparkle across a dark limonite matrix in these small Mexican specimens, with touches of mimetite for contrast.
Set one on a shelf or in a display case, add it to a mineral collection that focuses on Mexico, or give it to a collector who enjoys well crystallized specimens. The crystals shine best in natural light, so a windowsill or lit cabinet shows them off. One side carries the sharp crystals and the other shows the velvety red brown or black matrix.
Each numbered option is pictured on its own, so the piece you see is the piece you receive. Specimens are about 1.75 to 2.5 inches across and weigh 30 to 60 grams, and the measurements of each are listed below.
About Hemimorphite
Hemimorphite is a zinc silicate and an ore of zinc. Its name refers to hemimorphic crystals, whose two ends have different shapes, one blunt and one sharp. It has a hardness of 4.5 to 5 on the Mohs scale. Mimetite, a lead arsenate mineral, often forms alongside it in the oxidized zones of ore deposits.
Stone Meaning: Hemimorphite is traditionally associated with calm and self expression.
Sizes by Number
- 1: 1.5" x 2" x 1.25", 40g
- 2: 1.25" x 1.75" x 1.25", 60g
- 3: 1.75" x 2.25" x 1", 40g
- 4: 1.125" x 2.5" x 1", 30g
Additional Details
- You receive the exact hemimorphite cluster you select (1 to 4).
- About 1.75-2.5"; 30-60g; see sizes by number.
- Delicate crystals break easily; handle by the matrix. Mimetite contains lead and arsenic, so wash hands after handling and do not place in water.
- Photos show the actual pieces.
Shipping and Returns
- Carefully packed in reinforced packaging made to protect fragile crystals and minerals in transit.
- We have shipped delicate stones for years, and every order is packed with that experience.
- Covered by our 30-day return policy.
Disclaimer: Please consult a healthcare professional for any medical advice. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.
