Wulfenite (classic material)

Item Description

Throughout nature, Wulfenite crystals are typically seen in thin tabular (and often brittle) examples, but the famous specimens from the Erupción Mine (Ahumada Mine) in Mexico are some of the thickest and most durable Wulfenites in the world. In addition, these iconic specimens are some of the most easily recognizable pieces of specimens of Wulfenite from any locality. This piece features several gorgeous, thick, fine quality, beautiful saturated orange colored crystals measuring up to 1.5 cm, sitting on iron-stained Calcite (white underneath) matrix. If you'll notice, the crystals are actually elongated / prismatic, and the thicker tabular habit seen in most specimens from this mine. Despite some nicks in a few spots, the piece is still incredibly showy and eye-catching, and it stands out as a very attractive piece of this well-known material. I love the slick vitreous lusters on the crystals, which gives them character and a beautiful reflective sheen, and it really brings out the deep color of the Wulfenites.