Realgar from Shimen Mine, Hunan, China - image 1

Realgar from Shimen Mine, Hunan, China

This specimen, while quite beautiful, lives in the shadows like a vampire. It is extremely light sensitive. I rarely come across gemmy realgars and the bright red color and luster did it for me.

Product details

SpeciesRealgar
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 cm
Added on06/02/2025
LocalityChina, Hunan, Shimen Mine
Current owner
Rose
Rose
United States, United States
2 for sale·Member since 2025

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Realgar
Mineral guide
Learn about Realgar
fiery red, glassy crystals prized for color and rarity; fragile, light-sensitive, and toxic—preserve quality with care.
Realgar
Regional guide
Realgar from Shimen Mine
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Locality guide
Shimen Mine
A collector's guide to Shimen Mine, China: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 106 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.