Denningite (xls); Mina Bambolla, Moctezuma, Mexico; Min; unique piece
Embedded Denningite crystals from Mina Bambolla, Moctezuma, Mexico – miniature specimen as unique piece
This small cabinet specimen features embedded Denningite crystals from the Mina Bambolla near Moctezuma, Mexico. The specimen is set on a light colored, partly slightly translucent matrix with warm beige to brownish tones. Within a small cavity, fine greenish shimmering crystal areas are visible, adding a subtle yet attractive color accent.
The Denningite crystals appear as embedded, fine crystalline to granular structures. They occur as delicate greenish aggregates concentrated within the matrix, forming a visually interesting mineralized zone. The crystals are clearly developed and contribute to the natural and appealing appearance of the specimen.
Geology & Origin
Denningite is a rare tellurite mineral typically formed in the oxidized zones of hydrothermal ore deposits. It develops as a secondary mineral through the alteration of primary tellurium bearing minerals under oxidizing conditions.
The Moctezuma area in Sonora, Mexico, is world renowned for its exceptional diversity of rare tellurium and selenium minerals. Localities such as Mina Bambolla regularly yield rare and highly collectible mineral species with interesting parageneses.
This table is for general information and orientation, although the sizes of the stones may vary. In addition, this specification is handled differently from region to region.
| Sizes | Description | approx. Sizes in mm/cm | approx. Sizes in INCH | |
| Capsule | Capsule | 0.1–0.5 mm in a transparent hard capsule (approx. 1 cm) | capsule contents 0.1–0.5 mm | capsule contents 0.004–0.02 in |
| TN/mm | Micromount (TN = Thumbnail) | everything fitting in a TN Perky box or a MM box of approx. 1 in | approx. 0.5–2.5 cm | max. 1 in |
| Min | Miniature specimen | will not fit a TN or MM box anymore | approx. 2.5–5 cm | approx. 0.2–1.0 in |
| Scab | small cabinet specimen | approx. one-third to half a hand size | approx. 5–9 cm | approx. 1.0–2.0 in |
| Cab | cabinet specimen | full hand size | approx. 9–15 cm | approx. 2.0–3.5 in |
| large Cab | large cabinet specimen | approx. two hand sizes | approx. 15–30 cm | approx. 3.5–6.0 in |
| very large Cab | very large cabinet specimen | everything larger, no upper limit |
Abbreviations commonly used in mineralogy.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| xl | single crystal, possible with matrix |
| xls | noticeable crystals |
| (xl) | embedded or damaged |
| (xls) | embedded or damaged |
| MASS | massive and/or amorphous pieces |
| TYP | type locality of the original description |
| SWUV | shortwave-UV-reaction |
| UV | ultraviolet reaction |
| SC | self-collected |
| U | unique (single unique piece) |
Usage Instructions
This product is ideal as a collector's item, decorative element, teaching material, or for scientific and exhibition purposes.
Legal Notices
Safety
We accept no liability for damages resulting from improper and/or non-recommended use. Please carefully assess the suitability of the product before any alternative use.
Responsible Provider
Mikon Mineralienkontor GmbH
Steinslieth 11
D-37130 Gleichen OT Klein Lengden
Email: info@mikon-online.com
| shipment-weight, NOT netto weight (kg) | 0.080000 |
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