I wish the locality information of Don’s collection wasn’t lost. Would love to learn where these minerals came from. Gorgeous expression of a uranium lead mineral.
300k CPM Radiacode 110
(NOT FOR SALE) A shame I didn’t get more photos of this flat before I sold it. Excellent presentation of a classic uranium mineral. I love how this example showcases the orthorhombic structure.
9k CPM Radiacode 110
If you participated in Brandon’s birthday giveaway, this may look like familiar material. Uraninite veins throughout this slab and picked a nice chunk to show all of you fine people. Historic locality. (Reupload to correct locality information)
78k CPM on Radiacode 110
Sandstone matrix minerals always excite with nice sugary sprays. UV glow and micro view makes me think maybe meta-autunite.
14k CPM on Radiacode 110
Swipe for glow pics. Still working on incorporating UV into my stacks in a way that doesn’t overexpose.
1800 CPM on Radiacode 110
After a few hours of sorting and cleaning I’m very happy with the haul! Marketplace for the win!
A specimen I acquired from the marketplace find. The malachite and chrysocolla definitely make me think this it’s Katanga material, but would like ideas from our more experienced members.
220k CPM on Radiacode 110
And a disaster! Broke in transit BUT a lucky person did get the other half. I do wonder if I’ll ever see it again. It exposed some lovely cleavage faces.
1800 CPM Radiacode 110
You may recall that 3 months ago I shared with you all I found this tiny girl in a rat trap at work. Well, she cleaned up well and I’m proud to aanounce that Pico is now 14x bigger than when we originally found her. Pico has been working her absolute hardest to gain weight and be cute while doing it. Thank you to all who showed their love to her when she was just a wee kitten. The response to her was frankly overwhelming, and I’m extremely grateful she’s thriving now. This will be the last time I share her with all you fine people as she prepares for her spay. Thanks again for the wishes!
Don’t see many pinks in this space. If you’re a fan of rare earths this specimen should be right up your alley. Uranium, Zircon, and Neodymium all make a special appearance in this hot rock.
120k CPM on the Radiacode 110
Have I mentioned gummite is my favorite? Here’s a hot slab that is reminiscent of Ruggles material.
980k on my Radiacode 110