Goethite from Slovakia

A nice example of very lustrous, black botryoidal goethite from the Mních iron deposit near Rožňavské Bystré, Rožňava Co., Slovakia. Self collected in March 2008. My collection.

Photographed by Albert Russ.

Product details

SpeciesGoethite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.0 x 7.0 x 7.0 cm
Weight520 grams
Added on10/08/2026
LocalitySlovakia
RepairsNo repairs or restorations

Current owner

Martin Stevko
Bratislava, Slovakia
Acquired
Mar 2008

Owner’s note

Self collected in March 2008

2 for sale·Member since 2026

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iridescent botryoidal crusts, stalactitic forms, and rare euhedral crystals; a striking, affordable display mineral with strong color.
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