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Dealing in fine gemstones for over 30 years
Dealing in fine gemstones for over 30 years
GoldenHourMinerals. Our focus on providing high-quality, unique gemstone specimens for collectors. "COLLECT QUALITY... THEIR VALUE WILL GROW.": The statement emphasizes that acquiring high-quality gemstones is a good investment, as their value will appreciate over time. This is common in the gemstone market, especially for rare and high-quality stones, due to limited supply and potentially increasing demand. "We are a Connecticut USA-based full-time business that has been trading gemstones for 30 years.": This establishes credibility and experience in the gemstone industry, suggesting expertise. In essence, this business presents itself as a trustworthy source for high-quality, investment-worthy gemstone specimens, emphasizing expertise, selective inventory, and a dedication to offering unique pieces for discerning collectors. All photos are copyright GoldenHourMinerals. Discover the wonders of Geology
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Offering a lustrous Doubly terminated bent tourmaline. All is terminated including the side car being a DT. One pro repair done so well its tough to find. Many tourmalines have a repair so we were good with this one when we examined it. Mined at the K.C.S.D. mine, Gem Hill, Mesa Grande Mining District, San Diego Co., California, USA. 47.7 grams. 3.25 inch tall. USA sale only
Offering a Pristine, perfectly formed, Apophyllite, with Stilbite "disco Ball". Label and a quality stand included. Glassy gemmy green pseudo-cubic crystals of apophyllite forming an aesthetic grouping on a stilbite crystal matrix. In pristine condition. Collected in the 2001 from well number 1, these were called Disco Ball Apophyllites at the time. This one is a showpiece for the species. Well no. 1 first find at Momin Akhada, Rahuri, Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India. USA sales only. Shipping priority service only with signature. Ball alone measures 2.5 inch by 2.5. Overall 5 inches tall.
Offering a most sought after Iridescent rainbow Fluorite. 4 distinct habit colors, Purple, root beer brown, lilac and gold crystals on the same specimen. Crystals are all perched along the ridge of matrix. Sits up right perfectly. Mined at the Stoneco Auglaize Quarry, Junction, Paulding County, Ohio, USA. 4.74 inch by 1.5 inch wide by 2 inches tall. Will not disappoint, this specimen is a garden of color in any light.
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We personally travel to hand-select every specimen in our collection, prioritizing rarity, vibrant color, and pristine condition over bulk quantity.International Collectors: Please contact us before completing your purchase. Not all items are eligible for international shipping, and we want to provide you with an accurate shipping estimate based on the specific weight and dimensions of your order. We reserve the right to ship any method we choose that’s best for the specimen.
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