Staurolite from Russia, Murmansk Oblast, Kola Peninsula

A striking staurolite specimen from the Keivy Mountains in Murmanskaja Oblast Russia featuring multiple well defined cruciform twins set against a pale metamorphic matrix. This piece shows the classic deep reddish-brown color and sharp geometry that make Keivy Mountain staurolite some of the most sought after “fairy cross” material in the world. The crosses are cleanly exposed with strong symmetry and excellent contrast creating a display ready specimen that highlights the unique twinning habits of this mineral. Keivy staurolite is increasingly scarce on the market and pieces with multiple crisp twins in this size range are especially desirable for collectors of metamorphic minerals and classic Russian localities.