Inner Mongolia, China

Botryoidal Marmatite with Quartz — Inner Mongolia, China

SKU · LL1082
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Black botryoidal marmatite with clear quartz needles. Botryoidal marmatite with quartz from Inner Mongolia, China, 7.3 × 6.6 × 5 cm, 251 g.
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Specimen details

MineralSphalerite
LocalityInner Mongolia, China
Crystal systemIsometric
Chemical formulaZnS
Dimensions7.3 cm × 6.6 cm × 5.0 cm
Weight251 g

About this specimen

Inner Mongolia botryoidal marmatite with quartz at 251 g; a small cabinet piece with an uncommon sphalerite form.

Rock crystal is judged on termination quality, clarity and how the crystals sit together, and the Chinese localities have raised the bar on all three.

The Huanggangliang skarn district of Inner Mongolia is one of the great mineral finds of the 21st century, known for fluorite, calcite, garnet and rare species.

The piece is small cabinet in size, 7.3 × 6.6 × 5 cm (2.87 × 2.60 × 1.97 in) and 251 g (8.9 oz). The specimen is otherwise sold in the condition shown.

Each specimen is individually photographed and catalogued before it is listed.

  • Mineral: Marmatite, Quartz
  • Locality: Inner Mongolia, China
  • Size: 7.3 × 6.6 × 5 cm / 2.87 × 2.60 × 1.97 in
  • Weight: 251 g / 8.9 oz
  • SKU: LL1082

About Sphalerite

Sphalerite is a sulfide mineral prized by collectors for its exceptional color range, with several world-class Chinese localities.

Learn more about Sphalerite in our encyclopedia

About Inner Mongolia

Inner Mongolia, China — collector specimens of fluorite and barite.

More specimens from this locality

Frequently asked questions

Will I receive the exact specimen shown?

Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.

Is this Sphalerite natural?

Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.

How is it packed and shipped?

Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals.

Can I return it?

Yes — there is a 14-day return window.

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Botryoidal Marmatite with Quartz — Inner Mongolia, China
Botryoidal Marmatite with Quartz — Inner Mongolia, China
$97.99