The Fuchsite & Limonite on Smoky Quartz (Tanzania) – 坦桑尼亚富铬云母与褐铁矿共生烟晶矿标 is an attractive natural mineral specimen showcasing the combination of Fuchsite, Limonite, and Smoky Quartz from Tanzania.
The specimen brings together three visually contrasting minerals: the sparkling green Fuchsite, earthy yellow-brown to reddish Limonite, and translucent smoky-brown Quartz.
Fuchsite is a chromium-rich variety of Muscovite mica, recognised for its characteristic green colour and often sparkling, flaky appearance. Limonite is an iron-oxide/hydroxide-rich material commonly occurring in earthy yellow, brown, orange, and reddish tones.
Together, these minerals create a naturally formed specimen with attractive colour contrast and textural variation.
Mineral Highlights
💚 Fuchsite (富铬云母)
A chromium-rich variety of Muscovite, typically displaying attractive green tones and a shimmering, micaceous texture.
🟤 Limonite (褐铁矿)
An iron-rich earthy material that can occur in yellow, ochre, brown, orange, and reddish shades, adding warm natural colour to the specimen.
🤎 Smoky Quartz (烟晶)
Quartz with a natural smoky grey-brown to brown colour, providing a contrasting translucent crystalline base.
🇹🇿 Tanzania Origin
The Tanzanian locality adds geological interest and provenance for collectors of African mineral specimens.
Why It's Special
🎨 Striking Natural Colour Combination – green Fuchsite, earthy Limonite, and smoky-brown Quartz create an attractive contrast.
✨ Sparkling Fuchsite Texture – the micaceous Fuchsite can catch the light with a natural shimmering effect.
💎 Quartz Matrix – the Smoky Quartz provides a beautiful crystalline host for the associated minerals.
🌍 Tanzanian Locality – adds interest for collectors who appreciate African minerals and locality specimens.
Size - 64mm x 92mm x 52mm