Vauxite with Paravauxite, Metavauxite and SigloiteFrom the major find of 2006, this is undoubtedly one of the most significant and momentous discoveries ever made at this locality. Not since the days of World War II has there been such a remarkable find of this material. These are simply put, some of the largest overall Vauxite specimens in the world. There are two factors that make these very limited specimens so important. First, you can see there is full coverage of remarkable, very well

Although the Sweet Home mine is most famous for its Rhodochrosite specimens

and this beautiful multicolored gem crystal is no exception

A true Colorado classic from the San Juan Mountains

When the crystal is backlit

In reflected light

) insect inclusions featuring mainly flies (Diptera) along with wasps (Hymenoptera)

and our overseas friend tells us that he doesn't expect to have any more faceted material in the future

this specimen is in better condition than most from this mine

A beautiful piece from the world-famous Eagle Mine (more properly the New Jersey Zinc Eagle Mine)

Specimen # BOL711B77

The main finger is accompanied by a few small secondary fingers

Specimen # CUAUS72007