Iridescent Goethite (Turgite) from Mexico DS1449 epidote Its diverse colors

Its diverse colors

When exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light this mineral exhibits a captivating glow

Obsidian is a very hard and brittle stone

transforming into a stunning and colorful gemstone known as ammolite

Iridescent Goethite (Turgite) from Mexico DS1449 epidote Its diverse colorsIridescent Goethite (Turgite) from Mexico Approx. Dimensions: 5x2. 5x2 inches Approx. Weight: 176 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