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Gypsum

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The Carabas Collection
0 for sale·Member since 2026
Gypsum, 13 cm, from Salinas de Otuma, Paracas, Pisco, Pisco Province, Ica Department, Peru. No repairs or restorations. This specimen was collected in 2002 and was the only salvageable piece from the pocket. The main crystals are flawless, transparent fishtail twins growing from a base of smaller gypsum crystals. Ex Luis Miguel Burillo collection; James Elliott photo, courtesy of Fine Minerals International.

Product details

Species
GypsumAbout Gypsum →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions13.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
Peru, Ica, Salinas de Otuma
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collecting In Texas page 44

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Luis Miguel BurilloNot disclosed

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Gypsum
Mineral guide
Learn about Gypsum
a diverse sulfate featuring selenite, satin spar, alabaster and desert roses; prized for clarity, dramatic twin forms, and collectible rarity.
Regional guide
Gypsum from Salinas de Otuma
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