Gypsum - Bermejillo, Durango, Mexico

Gypsum

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Lustrous gemmy colorless gypsum crystals to 16 cm in size on matrix from Bermejillo, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico, in good condition. The crystals show excellent transparency, bright vitreous luster, and well developed form, creating an elegant and classic presentation. The Mapimi area is world renowned for producing exceptional large gypsum crystals, often noted for their clarity and impressive size. Specimens from this locality have long been favored by collectors for their dramatic scale and aesthetic appeal, and fine examples such as this remain highly desirable.