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Mountains above Baia Mare Romanian Minerals Over 120 confirmed species have been found from the Maramures District. The minerals came from mines in Baia Mare, Baia Sprie, Turt, Baiut, Cavnic, Nistru, Brad, Ocna de Fier, Ruschita, Verespatek and other locations in Romania. The section is designed in a comprehensive manner with inclusions of specimens of all species, sizes, combinations and price ranges. The premise is to consistently offer specimens from collections to enable a collector of any level to start and build a suite from this classic Eastern European location. We hope you enjoy the minerals! Regards, Ross Lillie SEPTEMBER 2007 UPDATE: MINING HAS CEASED. THE PUMPS ARE TURNED OFF AND THE MINES ARE FLOODING.
Mining Monument near the City Limits- Baia Sprie, Maramures 2001
Typical countryside near Baia Sprie, Maramures 2001
Miners hand-tramming underground in the Prinzipal Mine, Herja System, Baia Mare, Maramures, Romania 2001
Ross Lillie at Drift face (Zinc Vein in background), Prinzipal Mine, Herja System, Baia Mare, Maramures 2001
Romanian Countryside, near Baia Mare, Maramures, Romania 2001
Satu Mare, (south of Gheturi Mine and Turt), Maramures Romania 2001
New Minerals On-Line May 30th
NSMW7950 MANGANOAN CALCITE PRICE: $450. ON APPROVAL SASAR MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Large, museum-sized plate of pinkish/white, lustrous manganoan calcite displaying the typical 'sandwich' morphology for the mine. These were mined from the upper levels of the ore body and are unique to this deposit. Sharp, undulating plate and an attractive specimen from mining c. 1970s. In very excellent condition. 7 x 22 x 30 cm.
New Minerals On-Line May 22nd
NSMW7911 QUARTZ SCEPTER PRICE: $65. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Semi-transparent sceptered quartz, 2.5 cm, on matrix of chalcopyrite. Excellent miniature from mining c. 1990s. In very excellent condition. 3 x 3.5 x 6 cm.
NSMW7910 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $150. GHETURI MINE, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, near TURT, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Sharp pseudomorph of siderite after calcite with associated iridescent chalcopyrite and green quartz. These are absolute classics from Romania and are readily recognizable as coming form this location since they were essentially unique in occurrence. In top condition and displays the multiple phases of crystallization very well. Mined c. 2005. 4 x 4.5 x 6 cm.
NSMW7908 SEMSEYITE PRICE: $350. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Bladed group of semseyites perched on the top of a quartz crystals with with associated calcite and sphalerite. The semseyite group, 2 x 2.5 cm, is exceptionally well crystallized with thick, sharp crystals. Rare this nice. Mined c. 1980s. Very tiny nick on one crystal but overall in great condition. Contacted on reverse which does not affect display. Miniature 2.5 x 3 x 4.6 cm. New Minerals On-Line May 20th
NSMW7890 CALCITE WITH JAMESONITE INCLUSIONS PRICE: $35. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Complete floater calcite with abundant jamesonite inclusions that impart various shades of gray. Lustrous surface and a classic miniature from the mine. Not perfect with a couple of minor cleaves off the edges but still a nice specimen from mining c. 2000. 1.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm.
NSMW7888 CALCITE PRICE: $65. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Ivory/white, pearly-lustered calcite stacked up into elongated parallel groups. Fine miniature calcite from mining c. 2002. In top condition. 3.5 x 4 x 5.5 cm.
NSMW7887 BOURNONITE ON CHALCOPYRITE PRICE: $250. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Combination of silvery/gray metallic bournonite, iridescent chalcopyrite and quartz. Sharp miniature from mining c. 1980s. Rich bournonite crystals Sharp and in great condition. 3 x 3 x 5 cm.
NSMW7881 STIBNITE WITH QUARTZ PRICE: $180. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Splendent sprays of stibnite with associated quartz crystals. There was only one significant pocket of these specimens found just before the closing of the mine. This miniature has excellent form and luster and exhibits the typical doubly-terminated quartzes from the find. Mined 2007. 3 x 4 x 6.5 cm.
NSMW7878 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $450. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A ball of lustrous, creamy white dolomite pseudomorph after calcite on matrix of quartz and chalcopyrite. The Boldut Mine is the only location in Maramures that produced these excellent pseduomorphs from a series of pockets found in the early 2000's. Complete on all sides and in perfect shape. Mined c. 2004. Medium cabinet 6.5 x 8.5 x 9 cm.
New Minerals On-Line April 25th
NSMW7846 SPHALERITE AND CHALCOPYRITE WITH QUARTZ PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA The Boldut Mine was famous for producing beautiful combinations of pristine quartz in combination with bright chalcopyrites and high luster sphalerite. This is a nice small cabinet mined c. 2005. Very attractive and in top condition. 2.5 x 5 x 7.5 cm.
NSMW7844 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $220. GHETURI MINE, near TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Tan/brown, lustrous siderite has replaced sharp calcite rhombs over a matrix of pyrite and greenish quartz. One tiny ding on a crystal off to the left of the specimen but otherwise in top shape. Mined c. 2006. Small cabinet 3 x 4 x 7 cm.
New Minerals On-Line April 23rd
NSMW7828 SELENITE ON DOLOMITE PRICE: $280. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Bladed selenite with reddish/brown hue from hematite. The matrix is dolomite with inter-grown rhodochrosite. Probably the best selenites are from the Cavnic area and this represents a very fine cabinet specimen from mining c. 2001. In excellent condition. 7.5 x 8 x 15 cm.
NSMW7827 HEMATITE WITH MANGANOAN CALCITE PRICE: $450. OCNA DE FIER MINE, near RESITA, SOUTHWESTERN ROMANIA Specular hematite completely covering matrix with associated manganoan calcite and micro quartz. The skarn type deposits of the Ocna de Fier district have been producing iron ore and associated minerals fro hundreds of years and in fact it is one of the oldest in Europe. Some damage to the bladed hematites but a very attractive and rare Romanian specimen nonetheless. Mined c. 1970s. 4 x 9 x 10 cm.
NSMW7825 GALENA AND CHALCOPYRITE PRICE: $35. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Silvery metallic galena twinned on the spinel law in combination with brassy chalcopyrite and black sphalerite. Fine miniature from mining 2006. One tiny nick on the galena edge but otherwise in great condition. 2 x 3 x 4 cm.
NSMW7823 CHALCOPYRITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Bright and attractive combination of quartz with brassy iridescent chalcopyrite, tetrahedrite and associated sphalerite. Beautiful and aesthetic miniature from mining 2005. In top condition. 4 x 4 x 5 cm.
NSMW7822 STIBNITE PRICE: $125. POIANA BOTIZI, BAIUT, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Bladed stibnite in a divergent spray of well formed crystals. In top condition. A classic from the early 1980s. 2.5 x 3 x 4 cm.
NSMW7821 QUARTZ WITH JAMESONITE INCLUSIONS PRICE: $45. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Doubly terminated quartz with numerous inclusions of jamesonite which impart a smoky gray color. These were found loose in pockets full of a pasty jamesonite. No damage. Mined c. 2004. 1.5 x 1.5 x 2.5 cm.
New Minerals On-Line April 18th
NSMW7806 BARITE ON SIDERITE PRICE: $120. GHETURI MINE, near TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Transparent, glassy bladed barite crystals on light brown siderite. There were a number of these excellent barites found in the early 2000's from a series of superb pockets. Mined c. 2004. No damage and an excellent miniature. 3 x 3 x 4 cm.
New Minerals On-Line April 17th
NSMW7803 STIBNITE PRICE: $125. POIANA BOTIZI, BAIUT, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Bladed stibnite with associated pyrite. Fine rosette-like form and in top condition. A classic from the early 1980s. 3.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 cm.
NSMW7802 CALCITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $220. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Smoky gray ball of calcite perched on sphalerite and quartz. Complete on all sides and a sharp and attractive miniature from this famous Romanian location. No damage. Mined c. 2002. 3 x 4 x 6 cm.
NSMW7801 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $120. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Creamy/yellow, lustrous dolomite pseudomorph after calcite on quartz. Classic occurrence and specimen from mine. No damage and an excellent miniature from mining c. 2004. 3 x 4.5 x 5 cm.
NSMW7625 STIBNITE PRICE: $150. POIANA BOTIZI MINE, near BAIUT, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Thick, stocky well terminated stibnites with the typical modifications from this locality. A very fine small cabinet specimen from mining c. early 1980s. Classic Maramures stibnite. 3 x 3.4 x 6.5 cm.
NSMW7618 CALCITE AND QUARTZ PRICE: $225. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Superb floater of jamesonite-included quartz and calcite from mining c. 2005. Perfect miniature with exceptional aesthetics. No damage. 2.5 x 2.5 x 4 cm.
NSMW7579 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE WITH PYRITE PRICE: $380. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, ROMANIA Group of very bright and attractive quartz crystals with a druse of light yellow/white dolomite preferentially coating one side of the specimen. A choice medium cabinet specimen from mining c. 2004. No damage. 5 x 5 x 9.5 cm.
NSMW7581 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $220. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is located at the extreme northwest edge of the district and as one might expect the geology is just different enough to produce a unique assemblage of minerals. Some of the best things to come out in the past few years were a series of amazing siderite pseudomorphs after calcite that occurred in a variety of habits and combinations. This is a very sculptural specimen of the shell-like casts of siderite after calcite and there are also a few chalcedony pseudos after quartz in the matrix. Very attractive and undamaged small cabinet specimen from mining in 2006. 3.5 x 7 x 10 cm.
NSMW7567 STIBNITE PRICE: $125. POIANA BOTIZI MINE, near BAIUT, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Thick, stocky well terminated stibnites with the typical modifications from this locality. A very fine small cabinet specimen from mining c. early 1980s. The specimen has a very attractive fan-shaped form. Perfect except for one small damaged crystal at lower right. Classic Maramures stibnite. 2.2 x 4 x 5.5 cm.
NSMW7557 QUARTZ PRICE: $250. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A group of prismatic quartz crystals with a light druse of white dolomite along one edge. The crystals diverge and spread out from the base and there are some well developed hoppered indentations on the pyramidal faces at the top. Undamaged and a classic quartz from the mine. Mined c. 1990s. 4 x 5.5 x 10 cm.
NSMW7546 CALCITE ON DOLOMITE PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A lustrous, doubly-terminated calcite, 4 cm, group sits perched on the top of a dolomite matrix. A great little miniature with excellent aesthetics and no damage. Mined c. 1990s. Oliver Konzcner Collection. 2 x 4 x 6 cm.
NSMW7502 TETRAHEDRITE AND CHALCOPYRITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $280. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Rich combination of brassy metallic chalcopyrite and lustrous black tetrahedrite on matrix of prismatic quartz. There were many chalcopyrites in combination with quartz but those with tetrahedrites were few and far between. Sharp and very attractive small cabinet specimen from mining c. 2005. Complete on all sides. 4.5 x 7 x 9 cm.
NSMW7492 MARCASITE AFTER PYRRHOTITE WITH SIDERITE PRICE: $450. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA This is a unique specimen in my experience. The pseudomorph of marcasite after pyrrhotite, 3 x 4.5 cm, is exceptionally symmetrical and stands up off the matrix perfectly in the centered. It is crowned by lustrous light reddish/brown siderite and the matrix is composed of numerous ball-like siderites that are also pseudomorphs after calcite. Rare and in top condition. Mined c. 2005. 7 x 9 x 12 cm.
NSMW7473 QUARTZ WITH JAMESONITE PRICE: $125. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Floater group of doubly terminated quartz crystals stacked up into a stalactitic form (helictite) with local concentrations of jamesonite. Sharp, clean and a very fine miniature from this important occurrence. Mined 2006. No damage. 2 x 3 x 6 cm.
NSMW7471 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $280. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, ROMANIA Clusters of calcite scalenohedrons that have been pseudomorphed by creamy/white dolomite. The matrix is sphalerite and there are several associated light gray calcites that are scattered over the scalenohedrons as a last phase carbonate. Mined 2005. Medium cabinet specimen in top condition. 6 x 9 x 12.5 cm.
NSMW7470 STIBNITE WITH QUARTZ PRICE: $250. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Floater group of stibnites with associated tiny doubly terminated quartzes. The stibnites have a deep gray/black sheen on one side and very bright silvery gray sheen on the other. These were found in a unique pocket in one of the last discoveries in the mine before closure. Small cabinet at 3 x 5 x 6.5 cm.
NSMW7469 QUARTZ WITH GALENA AND CHALCOPYRITE PRICE: $140. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, ROMANIA Combination of quartz, shiny metallic galena and brassy chalcopyrite. The galenas are sharply twinned on the spinal law and the specimen has a fine overall balance and presentation. Undamaged. Small cabinet 2.6 x 7 x 7.5 cm.
NSMW7468 CALCITE PRICE: $120. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, ROMANIA Stack of rhombic calcites with a silky luster and ivory white color. The top-most crystal is slightly hoppered at the center which is the centerpiece for the specimen and the reason I acquired it. Highly unusual and without damage. An older specimen mined c. 1990s. Miniature at 3.5 x 4.5 x 4.7 cm.
NSMW7453 QUARTZ WITH RHODOCHROSITE PRICE: $250. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, ROMANIA The combination of quartz and rhodochrosite from the Boldut Mine is indicative of the upper levels of the mine where the veins were rich and wide and exceptionally well mineralized with pockets of crystals. This small cabinet specimen exhibits the classic sceptered formations typical of these sections and has good association with light pastel pink rhodochrosite and numerous micro balls of white calcites. Trivial nick along one termination which is evident with 10 X loupe. Mined c. 1980s. 3.5 x 5.5 x 8 cm.
NSMW7441 CALCITE PRICE: $85. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Three interconnected, very bright white calcites on a drusy quartz matrix. There was only one small pocket of these specimens and it turned out to be unique as is typical of so many vugs in Maramures. Mined c. 2004. No damage. 1.5 x 4 x 4 cm.
NSMW7436 MANGANOAN CALCITE PRICE: $120. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, ROMANIA Light pastel pink calcites with no attached matrix. There is a light druse of very fine calcites that is over the primary scalenohedrons that give them a sparkly appearance. Very fine and aesthetic miniature from mining c. 2005. No damage. 3 x 5 x 5 cm.
NSMW7425 REALGAR PRICE: $65. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Crimson red realgar crystals liberally scattered over native arsenic matrix. This is from a find in 2004. Excellent color. Note: this specimen should be kept in the dark with attention to humidity. Miniature. 2 x 3.5 x 4 cm.
NSMW7413 BARITE ON SIDERITE PRICE: $390. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Highly lustrous, semi-transparent rosette of bladed barites, 4 cm across, perched up on matrix of siderite and galena. Sharp, clean with no damage and very aesthetic in all regards. Mined c. 2002. 5.5 x 6 x 6.5 cm.
NSMW7415 MANGANOAN CALCITE PRICE: $120. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, ROMANIA Light pastel pink calcites with no attached matrix. The angle of intersection of the two crystals indicates a very likely type of twin probably on the 'Butterfly' law. Very fine and aesthetic miniature from mining c. 2005. Tiny ding on the back-side of a crystal near the top but does not show at all when displayed as shown in top photo. 3 x 5 x 5 cm.
NSMW7413 CHALCEDONY AFTER QUARTZ WITH SIDERITE PRICE: $350. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA There was only one small pocket of these pseudomorphs found and they were not seen again. The quartz, 4.5 cm, has a light gray color and matte luster typical of chalcedony from this pocket. This is the best miniature of this occurrence that I acquired. A very excellent piece with no damage and very displayable in all regards. Mined 2006. 3 x 4 x 6 cm.
NSMW7412 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $120. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A floater group of calcites that resemble 'bow-ties' that have been replaced by creamy white dolomite. The crystals are hollow and all are doubly terminated. There was only one small pocket of the pseudomorphs found c. 2003. This is the best miniature I acquired. No damage. 2 x 4.5 x 5.5 cm.
NSMW7384 SPHALERITE AND QUARTZ PRICE: $220. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A mound of jet black very lustrous sphalerites with associated white quartz. The specimen is well crystallized on all sides and displays from any angle equally well. Trivial rubs along a couple of edges but essentially in perfect shape. Mined c. 1990s. 5 x 5.5 x 7 cm.
NSMW7383 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $125. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA A single rhomb of calcite, 3 cm, replaced by siderite and hollow on the interior. Traces of chalcopyrite on matrix. Classic and very distinctive pseudomorph from mining 2006. In top condition. 3 x 5 x 5.5 cm.
NSMW7382 STIBNITE AND QUARTZ PRICE: $250. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Fine combination of iridescent acicular stibnite and aggregates of doubly terminated quartzes. The stibnites are rounded off at the tops which was a particular characteristic of this pocket. The quartzes are complete on all sides and the base as well indicating the specimen was found loose in the pocket as a 'floater'. In top condition with a beautiful sheen. Mined/collected 2007. 4 x 5.5 x 5.5 cm.
NSMW7381 CALCITE PRICE: $280. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Beautiful rosette of pearly white calcite on sphalerite matrix with associated light brown siderite. A very high quality and sharp small cabinet specimen from mining c. 2002. Trivial nicks on a couple of crystals. 4 x 5 x 7.5 cm.
NSMW7379 CHALCEDONY AFTER QUARTZ WITH SIDERITE PRICE: $250. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is in all likelihood the finest location in Maramures for pseudomorphs. Multitudes of superb pseudomorphs of siderite after calcite have been produced in the last few years and just recently a great pocket of chalcedony after quartz was found. This small cabinet specimen is in association with balls of lustrous siderite which also may have replaced calcite. No damage. Mined 2006. 3 x 6.5 x 8.5 cm.
NSMW7344 CALCITE PRICE: $325. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Lustrous, creamy/white calcite crystal, 5 cm across, perched on light gray dolomite matrix with associated stibnite and jamesonite. The surfaces of the calcite are curved and the crystal is complete on all sides. Perfect condition and a very excellent display specimen. Mined c. 2003. 3.5 x 6 x 6.5 cm.
NSMW7342 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $220. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Deep reddish/brown siderite has pseudomorphed calcite and on a siderite matrix. This is the rarest pseudomorph type from the Gheturi Mine that I know of and I have only acquired a precious few of this habit. Mined c. 2004. No faults. 4 x 5 x 8 cm.
NSMW7342 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $220. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Single, curved crystal of calcite replaced by light brown siderite with associated pyrite and light orangey-brown calcite. The crystal resembles a clam shell in overall symmetry. This type of pseudomorph from the Gheturi Mine is one of the more rare types as the vast majority were flat-faced rhombs. Mined c. 2004. Complete on all sides and in top condition. 5 x 5 x 6.5 cm.
NSMW7341 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A spire-like growth of calcite that has been replaced by white dolomite. The center of the specimen is hollow indicating it was likely a stalactitic formation replaced at a later phase of mineralization. In top condition. Mined c. 2005. 4 x 4.2 x 5.3 cm.
NSMW7315 STIBNITE WITH CALCITE PRICE: $350. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A group of fine, hair-like stibnite capped with light gray calcites. An unusual stibnite from the mine as most of these are composed of shorter crystals that diverge in ball-like or sprays. In very excellent condition and a very fine specimen from mining c. 2001. I would prefer not to ship this peiced but I would be happy to reserve it for an upcoming show. 5 x 9 x 13 cm.
NSMW7306 CALCITE ON IRIDESCENT SIDERITE PRICE: $85. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Acicular sprays of light yellow calcite bundled over matrix of light brown iridescent siderite. Barely contacted on the base and complete on all sides. Excellent miniature of this habit mined c. 2001. In top condition. 2.5 x 3.7 x 4 cm.
NSMW7304 CHALCEDONY AFTER QUARTZ PRICE: $120. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA This is one of the most complicated pseudomorphs I have acquired from this mine. It appears that the sequence of replacement is as follows: siderite after calcite: quartz after siderite: chalcedony after quartz. Sequence based on form of the pseudomorph and comparisons with similar specimens collected at the same time period. Exceptionally rare and a perfect undamaged miniature from mining 2006. 2.7 x 3 x 3.2 cm.
NSMW7295 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $120. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA SYSTEM, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Balls of light yellow dolomite replacing calcite and perched on quartz matrix. The balls are complete on all sides and display perfectly. A very high quality miniature from this find c. 2003. In top condition. 3.5 x 4 x 5 cm.
NSMW7294 CALCITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $220. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Complete spheres of calcite perched on the tip of a quartz crystal. The spheres are highly lustrous well crystallized on all sides so the specimen displays from any angle. Unique in my experience and an excellent miniature from mining in 2005. In top condition. A dandy calcite. 3.5 x 4 x 4.5 cm.
NSMW7291 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $220. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Excellent pseudomorph from a unique find in late 2006. Displays very well and in top condition. There is a later-stage partial overgrowth of clear calcites on the light yellow dolomite after calcite and the matrix is sphalerite with associated quartz. In top condition. 5.5 x 6 x 7.5 cm.
NSMW7290 DOLOMITE ON MANGANOAN CALCITE PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Wafer-like crystals of calcite, variety attributed as manganoan, covered with light brown dolomite and in turn grown on quartz matrix with associated chalcopyrite. The Boldut Mine produces a wonderful variety of calcites and nearly all of them are unique occurrences that change habits and colors as mining progresses. This specimen, mined c. 2002, is in top condition and is a very fine small cabinet size. 3.5 x 5 x 7 cm.
NSMW7271 FLUORITE PRICE: $250. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Two fluorites perched on slab of matrix with associated white drusy calcite, galena and brassy chalcopyrites. The fluorites, 7 and 8 mm on edge, resemble sugar cubes both in color and luster. Sharp and clean with a rare color from the district. In top condition. Mined c. 1990s. 2.5 x 7 x 9 cm.
NSMW7268 FLUORITE PRICE: $450. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Lilac purple fluorite, 1 x 1.5 cm, on matrix of green quartz with associated white calcite and iridescent chalcopyrite. The fluorite has excellent transparency and luster with glassy sheen. Mined c. early 1990s. In top condition. A dandy fluorite from Romania. Really nice. 3.5 x 7 x 7 cm.
NSMW7243 CALCITE AND QUARTZ PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Single quartz, 3 x 3.5 x 4.5 cm, on matrix of quartz and dolomite. The main crystal is half covered with lustrous light tan lustrous dolomite and in turn there are colorless calcites sprinkled over the surfaced. Classic Boldut Mine. No faults. Mined c. 2004.
NSMW7239 CALCITE AND QUARTZ PRICE: $85. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Fine combination group of sphalerite with bow-tie calcites and tan dolomite with a few iridescent pyrites. Sharp miniature from mining in 2004. In top condition. 3 x 5 x 6 cm.
NSMW7222 SELENITE PRICE: $250. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Bladed groups of selenite richly scattered over matrix of calcite. Displays very well and without damage. Mined c. 2000. 4 x 9.5 x 10 cm.
NSMW7219 QUARTZ WITH TETRAHEDRITE AND PYRITE PRICE: $350. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Mound of quartz crystals in combination with tetrahedrite which is in turn on pyrite. The quartzes resemble artichokes with multiple stepped and parallel growth along the prisms. The specimen has great balance and form and is in top condition. Mined c. 2000. 9 x 11 x 12 cm.
NSMW7205 FERBERITE PRICE: $85. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Lustrous deep brown/black crystals of ferberite in combination with calcite and chalcopyrite. Upon close examination, the calcites are curved into noodle-like forms resembling pasta. One of the more uncommon species from Maramures and a very fine miniature from mining c. 2000. 1.5 x 2.5 x 3 cm.
NSMW7181 QUARTZ WITH JAMESONITE PRICE: $380. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Top quality quartz stalactite with jamesonite inclusions that give it a deep smoky gray color. Doubly terminated with no damage. Mined from a new find in 2007. This is an excellent specimen in all regards. 3 x 4 x 12.5 cm.
NSMW7179 GALENA PRICE: $250. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Very bright silvery/metallic galenas on matrix of silicified wall rock and associated with chalcopyrite and pyrrhotites which have been replaced by a combination of galena and marcasite. The specimen is unusually bright for galena and shows the relationship between the vein rock and ore very well. Mined c. 2000. No damage. 6 x 8 x 10 cm.
NSMW7176 QUARTZ WITH DOLOMITE PRICE: $200. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, ROMANIA Group of quartzes, to 8 cm, in combination with white calcite and chalcopyrite. sharp and clean and complete on all sides with no damage. Mined 2005. 5 x 8 x 8.5 cm.
NSMW7173 SIDERITE AND BARITE WITH STIBNITE PRICE: $350. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Undulating plate of stibnites tightly aggregated into small ball-like groups or spherules with associated light yellow bladed barites which are in turn partially covered with spherosiderite. There is a good possibility that the stibnites may in fact be jamesonite but this would need analysis. This is an older specimen that was mined from the upper levels and probably much richer sections of the veins. Mined c. early 1990s or earlier. One broken barite but that's all that I see. The remainder is undamaged. Matrix is a thin shell of quartz. 2 x 9 x 14 cm.
NSMW7155 SPHALERITE PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Combination of lustrous black sphalerite light tan siderite, silvery/metallic galena and quartz. Even though there are several minerals on this piece it is really a display sphalerite. Mined 2005. No damage and a very well balanced and aesthetic small cabinet specimen. 3.5 x 5.5 x 7 cm.
NSMW7153 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $250. GHETRUI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is located near the town of Turt in extreme Northwestern Romania near the Hungarian border. It was overlooked for years by the collecting community because specimens were few and far between. This all changed just a few years ago when superb pockets of galenas and siderite pseudomorphs starting showing up. Medium cabinet specimen of the contemporary classic pseudomorphs from this mine. Two crystals, 2 and 3 cm on edge, are perfectly set in the middle of a matrix of drusy siderite all on a sphalerite matrix. Undamaged and really displays well. Mined 2005. 4 x 7 x 10 cm.
NSMW7151 CALCITE WITH JAMESONITE INCLUSIONS PRICE: $225. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Parallel group of linear stalactites of calcite with jamesonite inclusions which give them a smoky gray coloration. Perfectly terminated and completely crystallized on all sides with no damage. A very fine small cabinet specimen from mining c. 2003. 1.2 x 2.5 x 9.5 cm.
NSMW7150 CHALCOPYRITE AND PYRITE PRICE: $25. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is located near the town of Turt in extreme Northwestern Romania near the Hungarian border. It was overlooked for years by the collecting community because specimens were few and far between. This all changed just a few years ago when superb pockets of galenas and siderite pseudomorphs starting showing up. Brassy iridescent chalcopyrite with pyrite and traces of quartz. The chalcopyrites are triangular in form and are in the process of being replaced by pyrite which is typical of many of the chalcos from the district. Undamaged and a fine miniature from mining c. 2005. 3 x 3 x 3.5 cm.
NSMW7149 CALCITE WITH JAMESONITE INCLUSIONS PRICE: $225. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Deep smoky gray, lustrous calcites with excellent luster and on matrix of sphalerite and light gray calcite. These are unique to Herja and I have not seen anything similar from any other location. Crystallized on all sides and displays from any angle. Very minor abrasions on a couple of crystals but overall in great condition. Mined c. 2002. 2.5 x 4 x 5.2 cm.
NSMW7141 STIBNITE WITH BARITE PRICE: $225. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Divergent sprays of stibnite with associate white barites included within the acicular crystals. Sharp and highly distinctive small cabinet from mining c. 1970s. In top condition. 2.5 x 4.5 x 7 cm.
NSMW7129 MANGANOAN CALCITE WITH QUARTZ PRICE: $225. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Pastel pink scalenohedral calcites on quartz with rich sphalerite matrix. These calcites are tinged pink by manganese inclusions which also impart a fine fluorescence. Mined c. 2004. In top condition. 4.5 x 6 x 9 cm.
NSMW7126 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $225. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is located near the town of Turt in extreme Northwestern Romania near the Hungarian border. It was overlooked for years by the collecting community because specimens were few and far between. This all changed just a few years ago when superb pockets of galenas and siderite pseudomorphs starting showing up. Miniature specimen of the sharp rhombic pseudomorphs of siderite after calcite found in this mine. These will certainly be one of the great classics from Romania. There were enough of them produced to be acquired by numerous museums and collectors and the quality and variety was very high. Very high quality in terms of aesthetics, color and form. Undamaged. From mining in 2005. 3 x 4.5 x 5 cm.
NSMW7122 RHODOCHROSITE PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Pastel pink rhodochrosite with quartz. Chalcopyrite and galena matrix. Lovely color and a fine undamaged miniature from mining c. 1990s. 2 x 2.5 x 4 cm.
NSMW7121 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $125. GHETRUI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is located near the town of Turt in extreme Northwestern Romania near the Hungarian border. It was overlooked for years by the collecting community because specimens were few and far between. This all changed just a few years ago when superb pockets of galenas and siderite pseudomorphs starting showing up. Miniature specimen of the sharp rhombic pseudomorphs of siderite after calcite found in this mine. These will certainly be one of the great classics from Romania. There were enough of them produced to be acquired by numerous museums and collectors and the quality and variety was very high. Rich chocolate brown color which is the most rare shade. No damage.2.5 x 3.5 x 5 cm.
NSMW7120 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $65. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Pseudomorph of dolomite after calcite perched in a cup-like form with amazingly spherical form. No damage and a choice miniature from mining c. early 2000's. 2 x 3 x 5 cm.
NSMW7119 DOLOMITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Bright white dolomite casts after calcite. The calcites have a kind of stacked form with prismatic edges. A classic epimorph from mining c. 1990s. There is an attached number on the back that says 823 which indicates the collection it came from had good depth. No damage. 2 x 4.5 x 6.5 cm.
NSMW7116 CALCITE WITH SIDERITE PRICE: $125. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Creamy white ball of calcite perched on sphalerite, galena and siderite matrix. Complete on all sides with no damage. A couple of tiny chalcopyrites dot the surface. Mined c. 2000. Classic Herja calcite. 3 x 3 x 4 cm.
NSMW7108 QUARTZ WITH DOLOMITE PRICE: $200. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Rosette of quartz with a fine snowy-like druse of dolomite sprinkled over the surfaces. Sharp, clean and undamaged specimen from the big finds in 2005. Very fine medium cabinet specimen. Crystallized on all sides. 6 x 8.5 x 11 cm.
NSMW7106 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $200. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Pseudomorphs of siderite after calcite on silicified matrix. The pseudomorphs are open in the front and display very well the interior nature of the former crystals and the replacement process. Sharp and clean from mining in 2005. In top condition. 4 x 8 x 11 cm.
NSMW7104 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $220. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA A cluster of sharp siderite pseudomorphs after calcite perched on light greenish quartz with associated galena in the matrix. The Turt Mine is the finest location in Romania for these pseudos. Mined 2005. Undamaged. 2.5 x 5.5 x 7 cm.
NSMW7067 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $220. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Small cabinet specimen of the sharp rhombic pseudomorphs of siderite after calcite found in this mine. These will certainly be one of the great classics from Romania. There were enough of them produced to be acquired by numerous museums and collectors and the quality and variety was very high. Specimen shows episodic calcite growth with faithful replacement by siderite. Mined c. 2004. No faults. 3.5 x 4 x 5.5 cm.
NSMW7065 SELENITE ON CALCITE PRICE: $85. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A rarity. Gem grade selenite (1 x 1.2 cm)on matrix of calcite. The typical habit of selenite is a semi-transluscent or transparent bladed form in radiating or fan shaped clusters. This is the only miniature I can recall of this type. Mined c. 2005. One very tiny little white spot on a corner where the crystal may have been bumped. 3 x 4 x 4.5 cm.
NSMW7064 CALCITE PRICE: $220. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Classic balls of creamy white calcite (1.5 & 2.5 cm across) on matrix of dolomite. Excellent miniature with great aesthetics. These were never all that common even when the mine was running and now with all of the mines idle/closed they are only available from old stashes/collections. Mined c. 2003. 3.5 x 4 x 5 cm.
NSMW7060 MARCASITE ON SPHALERITE PRICE: $240. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Flower-like rosette of pyrite perched on matrix of lustrous black sphalerite. The pyrites, 4.5 x 5 cm, have a fine venerable brassy patina are are approximately triangular in cross section and grown in parallel fashion. Complete on all sides. No damage. Mined c. 2000. 5 x 6.5 x 8.5 cm.
NSMW7059 QUARTZ WITH DOLOMITE PRICE: $250. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA The Boldut Mine is a poly-metallic deposit with the primary recovered ores galena and sphalerite. However, during the mining process huge pockets of quartz and dolomite are found sometimes. This piece is from one of the large cavities found in 2005. Sharp and clean with the classic preferential druse of ivory white dolomite it is a very attractive specimen in top condition. Quartzes typically 7.5-8.5 cm. 7.5 x 8.5 x 10 cm.
NSMW7051 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $680. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The best siderite pseudomorphs in Romania come from this mine. There were a number of fantastic pockets found in the early 2000's that produced a wide variety of great siderite pseudomorphs after calcite. This is an excellent cabinet specimen with fine clusters of rhombs grouped in parallel over a quartz-rich matrix. The siderites have an attractive drusy sheen. The Turt Mine is now closed and will likely not re-open but enough of these specimens were collected to still allow a great selection from the mine. Mined in 2004. One trivial nick on one crystal and one tiny pseudo is open (see top center of lower right photo) but I cannot discern if it is from damage or just an open epimorph. 5.5 x 19 x 24 cm.
NSMW7040 SIDERITE STALACTITE PRICE: $120. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Single spire of satiny lustered siderite with no attached matrix. Classic siderite variety from mining c. 2000. There appears to be a slight portion broken off the termination but it is really very complete. Would compliment any Romanian suite or collection of stalactites. 0.5 x 0.6 x 11 cm.
NSMW7039 QUARTZ PRICE: $125. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A group of quartz crystals scattered over matrix of light tan calcite. The quartzes, typically 2.5-3 cm, have slightly indented or hoppered faces on the terminations which is classic from Cavnic. Very fine separation so the specimen displays really well. No damage. Mined c. later 1990s. 4 x 6 x 7.5 cm.
NSMW7023 GALENA AND CHALCOPYRITE PRICE: $250. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is in the extreme northwestern part of Romania in the county of Satu Mare. It is most famous for superb siderite pseudomorphs after calcite. However, exceptionally fine galenas, amethysts, calcites and sphalerites have been found as well. A compound crystal of very high luster galena with a light druse of tan siderite and associated chalcopyrite. Crystallized on all sides and no damage. Very fine medium cabinet specimen from mining in 2004. 5 x 7.5 x 9 cm.
NSMW7020 GALENA AND CHALCOPYRITE PRICE: $15. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Combination of brassy chalcopyrite and octahedral slate gray galena. Sharp and clean and a miniature from mining in 2004. Associated sphalerite and pyrite. No damage. 2 x 3 x 4 cm.
NSMW7011 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $220. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA A rosette-like group of calcite crystals, 4 x 5 cm, replaced by reddish/brown siderite. This is the rarest form of siderite pseudomorph from the Gheturi Mine, namely, scalenohedral calcites. The matrix is an undulating shell of quartz. No damage and a very fine pseudo from mining 2004. 3.5 x 7 x 7 cm.
NSMW7004 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $350. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The best siderite pseudomorphs in Romania come from this mine. There were a number of fantastic pockets found in the early 2000's that produced a wide variety of great siderite pseudomorphs after calcite. This is a medium cabinet specimen of the sharp rhombs found in the mine. The Gheturi Mine is now closed and may never re-open again. I acquire virtually every good piece that I find when I'm buying overseas. These will eventually disappear from the market place just like all of the great calcite balls from Herja. Only time will tell, however, it is safe to say that the best years are in the past. Mined in 2005. No damage. 6 x 8.5 x 11 cm.
NSMW7003 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $260. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The best siderite pseudomorphs in Romania come from this mine. There were a number of fantastic pockets found in the early 2000's that produced a wide variety of great siderite pseudomorphs after calcite. This is a very fine small cabinet specimen of the sharp rhombs found in the mine. The Gheturi Mine is now closed and may never re-open again. Only time will tell, however, it is safe to say that the best years are in the past. Mined in 2005. No damage. 3.5 x 7.5 x 8 cm.
NSMW6927 GALENA PRICE: $45. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA Cube/octahedral galena crystal, 2 cm, perched on drusy siderite and sphalerite matrix. Slate gray color and matte luster contrast well with lighter tan siderite. Mined 2004. In top condition. 3 x 3.5 x 5 cm.
NSMW6925 CALCITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $120. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Balls of sparkling white calcite on prismatic quartz. The calcites are 1.5-2 cm across and are very attractive with excellent luster. Mined 2005. In top condition. 2.5 x 4 x 6 cm.
NSMW6922 DOLOMITE ON QUARTZ PRICE: $28. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Snowy-white, satiny lustered dolomite perched on top of quartz. This phase of dolomite is most likely a pseudomorph after calcite. Along the sides of the quartz are white dolomite rhombs. Sharp and clean and a fine miniature from mining in 2005. 3 x 3 x 4 cm.
NSMW6918 CALCITE WITH JAMESONITE INCLUSIONS PRICE: $120. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Curved calcite rhombs with no point of attachment and copious inclusions of jamesonite that give the crystals a deep smoky gray hue. Lustrous and fine with no damage. Displays from any angle. Mined c. late 1990s. 2.5 x 5 x 5.5 cm.
NSMW6885 SIDERITE AFTER PYRRHOTITE WITH GALENA PRICE: $125. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is located in extreme northwestern Romania in Satu Mare County far away from Cavnic and the main ore bodies in Maramures. For years it was relatively unknown and the fine specimens that were to come were unexpected when they began to come out just several years ago. The finest siderite pseudomorphs in Romania come from here and they rank with the best in the world. Huge crystals over 20 cm across have been found along with hundreds and hundreds of pseudomorphs of various sizes and combinations. The Gheturi Mine is not in production at the moment so specimens are coming from old stashes and collections or perhaps from some 'midnight' miners who collect after hours. This is a galena specimen with an association with a pseudomorph after pyrrhotite, 2.2 cm across. The galena displays very well with nearly equally developed cube and octahedron faces. Mined 2005. Contacted on two sides but free of damage. 3 x 4 x 6.5 cm.
NSMW6884 TETRAHEDRITE WITH CALCITE AND SPHALERITE PRICE: $250. BOLDUT MINE, CAVNIC, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A combination of silvery gray tetrahedrite, lustrous black sphalerite, white balls of calcite and golden iridescent chalcopyrite. The real highlight of this small cabinet specimen is the tetrahedrite which is a very uncommon mineral to find from the Boldut Mine. Several crystals, to 1 cm, are intimately intergrown with chalcopyrite and the specimen has fine contrast with attractive display balance. Mined c. 2004. No damage. 2.5 x 5 x 7 cm.
NSMW6854 SIDERITE AFTER CALCITE PRICE: $120. GHETURI MINE, TURT, OASULUI MOUNTAINS, SATU MARE, ROMANIA The Gheturi Mine is located in extreme northwestern Romania near the town of Turt in Satu Mare County far away from Cavnic and the main ore bodies in Maramures. For years it was relatively unknown and the fine specimens that were to come were unexpected when they began to come out just several years ago. The finest siderite pseudomorphs in Romania come from here and they rank with the best in the world. Huge crystals over 20 cm across have been found along with hundreds and hundreds of pseudomorphs of various sizes and combinations. The main rhomb on this piece, 3 x 3 cm, sits up from the matrix and is compete on all sides. There are tiny micro sphalerites peppered across the surface and reflections of micro pyrites which add good visual appeal. Sharp and clean from mining in 2005. 4 x 4.5 x 5 cm.
NSMW6853 STIBNITE ON DOLOMITE PRICE: $480. PRINZIPAL MINE, HERJA, BAIA MARE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA A complete spray of stibnite on thin shell of light tan dolomite. Rosettes of stibnite on matrix are exceptionally difficult to acquire from any locality in Maramures. This one was mined c. 1980s-1990s judged from the form of the crystals and association with matrix. In top condition and a very aesthetic and sharp miniature specimen. There is an old paper number glued to base as "3361" indicating it was from a rather extensive collection. Under 10X loupe I can see minor damage on a few terminations. 3 x 5 x 7 cm.
NSMW6847 QUARTZ PRICE: $265. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Cluster of semi-transparent quartz on matrix of fine small crystals. The larger crystals, typically 4 cm, are hoppered on selective faces of the terminations. Sharp, clean and a classic quartz from the district. Mined c. 2001. Displays very well. Specimen was likely found loose in the pocket as there is no evidence of attachment. 5.5 x 6 x 8 cm.
NSMW6834 SCHEELITE ON CALCITE PRICE: $220. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Very sharp, glassy lustered scheelite crystals perched on calcite matrix. The scheelites, to 1.3 cm, are semi-transparent and have a deep smoky gray color. Baia Sprie is the finest locality in Maramures for this species. A series of sensational finds was made in the early 2000s that produced a number of these excellent crystals but the zone is gone, the mine now idle and the specimens disappeared. This is out of a stash and was mined c. 2002. No faults. 1 x 3 x 3.5 cm.
NSMW6812 BARITE WITH REALGAR INCLUSIONS PRICE: $15. BAIA SPRIE, MARAMURES, ROMANIA Bladed orange barite crystals with no attached matrix. The coloration is from abundant inclusions of realgar which have slightly oxidized to a burnt orange color. These are older specimens from the upper levels and not available from recent mining. Miniature that displays from any angle. Mined c. early 1960s. 2 x 2.5 x 3 cm.
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