Polished Specularite Slab - Michigan Location: Democratic Republic of the

Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo

It is prized in both Latin American and Asian cultures

both of which are located in Northern Madagascar

It forms is orthorhombic crystals

Rubies are found in a multitude of colors

Polished Specularite Slab - Michigan Location: Democratic Republic of theSpecularite, also known as specular hematite, is a variety of hematite that is identified by microscopic flakes of hematite and mica that imitate a mirror. This mineral can be found all over the world including Canada, Italy, Brazil, Sweden, and the United States. This slab has been coated with a thin layer of epoxy to help stabilize the specimen and give it a clean appearance. Hematite is an iron oxide found virtually everywhere on Earth. This