Wulfenite, Mimetite

Name: Wulfenite, Mimetite
SKU: 32585-PT
Price: 55.00 CAD
Availability: InStock

32585-PT Category: Mexico - Various Species and Localities

Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango

Mexico

Dimensions: 5.9x3.9x2.9 cm

Price: CA

$55.00

Bright greenish-yellow globular aggregates of mimetite densely coat thin, transparent, pale brown wulfenite crystals on a limonite boxwork matrix. Despite most of the larger wulfenite crystals being broken, many intact crystals remain, contributing to the specimen's overall appeal. This specimen showcases the intricate interplay between mimetite and wulfenite, particularly visually striking under the microscope. This piece comes from the renowned Ojuela Mine, discovered by the Spanish in 1598 and widely considered Mexico’s most significant mineral specimen locality. The deposit only really gained attention from the mineral collecting community in 1927 following a visit by W.F. Foshag of the Smithsonian Institution, small-scale specimen mining operations continue to this day. Sporadic discoveries of good specimens keep material in the market. When good specimens from this locality become available, serious collectors are quick to obtain them. Nice!

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This specimen comes from the collection of Dr. Peter Tarassoff, a prominent figure in mineralogy, particularly known for his work at Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH). His diligent collecting and examination efforts have led him to be the first to identify at least 35 species and discover 12 new species, not only at MSH but also at other alkaline localities. Dubbed the "Dean" of Mont Saint-Hilaire collectors, Peter was honoured with the naming of the new species petarasite in 1980. He has authored or co-authored numerous mineralogical articles and has been a member of the Mineralogical Association of Canada since 1964 and the Mineralogical Society of America for over 30 years. Additionally, Peter has volunteered at the Redpath Museum for the past 21 years. In recognition of his significant contributions to mineralogy, Peter was awarded the 2017 Pinch Medal by the Mineralogical Association of Canada.

Peter's dedication to systematic collecting, curating his collection, and maintaining an archive of detailed historical and scientific information has greatly benefited the mineral sciences community both in Canada and globally. All specimens from this collection come with the original P. Tarassoff collection label.

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