Description
This listing features an authentic Hematite Kidney Ore Crystal from the USA. You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photograph, chosen for its visual quality and well-defined botryoidal form. Hematite kidney ore is a visually striking variety of hematite, named for its rounded, bulbous shapes reminiscent of kidney structures.
Each crystal is a naturally formed mineral, showcasing its characteristic metallic luster and rich iron oxide content. These specimens are not only appreciated for their geological significance but also valued in metaphysical practices for their grounding and protective properties.
Key Features:
- 100% Genuine Specimen
- Scale cube = 1cm – please see photo for full sizing
- You receive the actual specimen photographed
- Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
- Great for collectors, crystal enthusiasts, educational display, or healing use
Mineral Information:
- Species: Hematite (Kidney Ore variety)
- Chemical Formula: Fe2O3 (Iron Oxide)
- Crystal System: Trigonal
- Habit: Botryoidal (kidney-shaped masses), massive
- Hardness: ~5.5–6.5 (Mohs Scale)
- Lustre: Metallic
- Streak: Reddish-brown
- Colour: Silvery grey to steel-black with a metallic sheen
- Cleavage: None
- Fracture: Uneven to subconchoidal
Geological Context:
- Depositional Environment: Typically forms in oxidized zones of iron ore deposits or as hydrothermal precipitates.
- Morphology Feature: Botryoidal (rounded, kidney-like masses)
- Geological Stage: Variable; often associated with Precambrian to Phanerozoic iron formations
- Notable: This form of hematite is a primary ore of iron and has significant historical importance in mining and metallurgy
Zone, Biozone, Family, Super Family, and formal identifier information not applicable or not defined for this mineral category.
Disclaimer: All of our crystals are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The exact specimen in the photo is the one you will receive. Each item is selected for quality, integrity, and natural beauty.





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