Chinese Selenite Specimens
Selenite is found at several Chinese locations. Sometimes this mineral can be found in very large (30 cm or more) crystals on matrix.
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OKI-212 Gypsum (“Rams Horn Selenite”) Qinnong Mine, Guizhou Prov., China. This is a magnificent specimen which I purchased five years ago in Tucson and placed on display here at my home. Since then I have seen no equal. This fine specimen measures 20.5 x 10 x 8.5 cm overall and has a large crystal spray measuring 7.5 x 7.5 cm in its central region. These primary selenites show superb form and the entire piece is overgrown by tiny secondary crystal of selenite giving the piece a wonderful sparkle. Similar to the classic Mexican material but even flashier. There are other smaller curved selenites as well as the primary grouping. There is a minor rub to the top of one of the selenites which is not distracting when displayed properly. Nice large display piece which seems to be a rarity for this prolific country. Minor sawing to base so it sits nicely. A great piece. 800$
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OKB-235 Selenite on Calcite Huangshaping, Hunan, China. New material! Clear, double terminated selenites to 3 cm on light green calcite. This is an outstanding specimen with zero damage, well distributed crystals and no contact points. A superb floater! 8.4 x 8 x 4.5 cm overall. Top shelf piece at a bottom shelf price. 55$
