Desert Rose (Gypsum) - Statement Specimen orpiment crystal The mine continues to operate

The mine continues to operate for industrial fluorite production

SmallCopper Head Width: Overall Length:

and Mindat records calcite specifically from the North Quarry portion of the Dundas Quarry system

Size of kit: 20cm x 15

and as a gangue mineral alongside metallic ores

Desert Rose (Gypsum) - Statement Specimen orpiment crystal The mine continues to operateMined from: Timimoun Oued Souf region, Sahara Desert, Algeria Description: This one of a kind Desert Rose Gypsum statement specimen from Algeria features a large, naturally formed cluster of sandy beige gypsum rosettes. The piece has layered, blade like crystal petals packed into a chunky sculptural form, with a dry, matte surface and fine sand locked into the gypsum. It has good size, strong texture, and a rugged desert look that makes it work well