"Fishtail" Selenite / Gypsum Specimen - Sierra Mojada, Mexico variscite 5in x 5in x 2in

5in x 5in x 2in

almost wet look

Locality: Alarcon Mine

so the item pictured is the item you will be receiving

"Fishtail" Selenite / Gypsum Specimen - Sierra Mojada, Mexico variscite 5in x 5in x 2inSelenite, a type of gypsum, is a hydrous calcium sulfate (CaSO42H2O) that forms monoclinic crystals with prismatic or bladed shapes and distinct rhombic appearance. It can also be found as arrowhead shaped twins with beveled edges. While pure selenite is colorless or white, impurities can result in shades of pale gray, yellow, red, and brown. With a hardness of 1. 5 2. 0, selenite is transparent to translucent and has a vitreous to pearly luster. It