Grade A Opalised Marcasite Crystal Specimen Indonesia Miocene Backlit Colours

Description

Product Overview

This Grade A opalised marcasite crystal specimen is an attractive mineral display piece from Indonesia, identified with the Miocene designation. Its distinctive appearance is especially suited to collectors who appreciate unusual mineral textures, colour variation and translucent visual effects. The specimen is presented as opalised marcasite, combining the character of marcasite with the colour and translucence highlighted in the product presentation.

Backlit Colour and Translucence

The photograph uses backlighting to highlight the specimen’s colours and translucence. This type of presentation can reveal subtle changes in tone, internal visual depth and areas that may appear more luminous when light passes through or around the material. The result is a specimen that can be viewed under ordinary display lighting while also offering an enhanced appearance when positioned with suitable illumination behind it.

Mineral Collecting Interest

Marcasite is a recognised mineral name within mineral collecting, and opalised marcasite is valued for its distinctive visual character. The Miocene identification adds a geological time reference to the specimen, making it suitable for collectors interested in mineral specimens with a stated geological classification. The combination of the named material, Grade A presentation and backlit colour effects makes this a compelling addition to a crystal cabinet, mineral shelf or curated geological display.

Location

The supplied location is Mount Cidolog, Pasanggrahan, Sagaranten, Sukabumi Regency, West Java, Indonesia. This Indonesian locality information is included as part of the specimen description and gives the piece a clear geographic context for collection and display. It is well suited to mineral enthusiasts, geology students, collectors of Indonesian specimens and anyone looking for an unusual natural-history gift.

Display and Gifting

This specimen can be displayed on a shelf, cabinet, desk or other dedicated collection area. Its colour response and translucence make it particularly suitable for viewing from different angles and under changing light conditions. It may also make a thoughtful gift for a mineral collector, geology enthusiast, crystal display enthusiast or someone beginning a curated specimen collection. The Grade A designation and included authenticity documentation make it appropriate for presentation as a considered collecting gift.

Sizing and Photography

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the images carefully for the specimen’s overall scale, shape and visual details before purchase. The photographs are intended to show the actual piece, including its colour variation, translucence and natural surface character.

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Authenticity Documentation

This Crystal is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.