Iridescent Goethite (Turgite) from Mexico DS1444 size 10 Well-defined crystals and crystal aggregates

Well-defined crystals and crystal aggregates from this locality often show sharp edges and a strong vitreous luster

giving each piece a distinct

Part of a zinc occurrence first discovered in 1969

Dimensions: 6x6x3

often resembling chaotic and whimsical designs

Iridescent Goethite (Turgite) from Mexico DS1444 size 10 Well-defined crystals and crystal aggregatesIridescent Goethite (Turgite) from Mexico Approx. Dimensions: 5x2. 5x1. 25 inches Approx. Weight: 254 grams Locality: Durango, Mexico Turgite from Durango, Mexico is an attractive iron oxide mineral specimen most often found at the historic Ojuela Mine in Mapim, Durango, Mexico. It isnt a distinct mineral species in its own right but is generally described as an iridescent mixture of hematite (Fe? O?) and goethite (FeOOH) formed by alteration of iron