Hematite from Tormiq Valley, Haramosh Mts., Roundu District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan - image 1
Hematite from Tormiq Valley, Haramosh Mts., Roundu District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan - image 2

Hematite from Tormiq Valley, Haramosh Mts., Roundu District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

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This natural specimen features shimmering silver hematite paired beautifully with intricate sagenite formations, sourced from the rugged mineral regions of Pakistan. The hematite exhibits a metallic, mirror-like luster, creating a striking contrast with the delicate, needle-like patterns of sagenite radiating across the matrix. This combination highlights both strength and finesse, showcasing the unique geological conditions required for such minerals to form together. Hematite’s reflective surfaces amplify the visual complexity of the sagenite inclusions, making the piece highly desirable for collectors who appreciate detailed crystal architecture. Elegant and eye-catching, this specimen is ideal for display, study, or enhancing a curated mineral collection with a rare and visually compelling mineral pairing.

Product details

SpeciesHematite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.8 x 9.5 x 5.0 cm
Weight192 grams
Added on01/02/2026
RepairsNo Repairs, No Reconstruction, No Restoration, No Damage
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Sep 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
12/2026Noor Ullah StoreNot disclosed

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Hematite
Mineral guide
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iron oxide with steel-gray to jet-black crystals and red earthy varieties; prized iron-rose rosettes and kidney ore, with a diagnostic red streak.
Hematite
Regional guide
Hematite from Tormiq Valley
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Locality guide
Tormiq Valley
A collector's guide to Tormiq Valley, Pakistan: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 141 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.