Rhodochrosite and Hemimorphite Pair – Yunnan, China
Weight: 5.1 oz total (80g + 65g)
Dimensions:
• Blue Hemimorphite: 2.2 × 1.5 × 1.5 inches
• Rhodochrosite: 2.0 × 1.7 × 1.6 inches
Locality: Yunnan Province, China
Price: USD 580 for the set
This listing features an exceptionally rare matched pair of aesthetic mineral specimens — a delicate sky blue hemimorphite geode and an intense magenta rhodochrosite cluster, both sourced from Yunnan, China. These two crystals are offered as a set, originally curated together for their beauty and harmony, and are not sold separately.
The hemimorphite displays botryoidal growth in an icy blue hue with silky textures, sitting on a natural matrix geode. The rhodochrosite specimen showcases rich color saturation, remarkable translucency, and intricate crystal structure — a quality rarely seen from Chinese localities.
Together, they form a striking contrast of color and form, making this set ideal for advanced collectors and curators seeking museum-grade Chinese mineral pieces. Due to the scarcity of such well-matched pairs in both species and aesthetics, this offering is truly special.
Specimen details
| Mineral | — |
|---|---|
| Locality | China |
| Crystal system | — |
| Dimensions | 5.6 cm × 3.8 cm × 3.8 cm |
| Weight | 145 g |
| Color | Blue |
| Material | Hemimorphite, Rhodochrosite |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
This exceptional Exquisite Rhodochrosite and Hemimorphite Geode Pair is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Yunnan China. The cluster features multiple well-formed crystals displaying silky luster that makes it a standout addition to any mineral collection.
Hemimorphite (Zn₄Si₂O₇(OH)₂·H₂O) crystallizes in the orthorhombic crystal system with a Mohs hardness of 4.5-5. This mineral is known for hemimorphic crystal symmetry, vitreous to silky luster, and colors ranging from colorless to blue-green. Specimens from Yunnan China are particularly valued among collectors for their quality and character.
This specimen weighs 5.1 oz (144.6 g) and measures approximately 2.2 × 1.5 × 1.5 inches, representing a exceptional example. Each specimen is carefully hand-selected to ensure excellent crystal development, natural aesthetics, and display-worthy presentation. Photographs represent the actual specimen you will receive.
Whether you are a seasoned mineral collector, a geology enthusiast, or searching for a distinctive natural display piece, this Hemimorphite specimen offers exceptional quality and visual appeal. It makes an impressive addition to a specimen cabinet, educational display, or curated mineral collection — Hemimorphite is a zinc silicate mineral prized for its botryoidal and druzy crystal habits, especially in vivid blue-green colors.
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