Its varied colors and convoluted patterns are the result of mineral impurities
make labradorite a sought-after gemstone for both collectors and artisans
These pieces typically show botryoidal or stalactitic habits with brilliant flashes of magenta
It is found in various locations
USA) are eye-catching mineral pieces prized by collectors for their metallic luster and distinctive crystal forms
Marcasite Stalactite from Linwood Mine DX3179 quartz tower Its varied colors and convolutedMarcasite Stalactite from Linwood Mine Approx. Dimensions: 3x2x0. 75 inches Approx. Weight: 21. 4 grams Locality: Linwood Mine, Buffalo, Scott Co., Iowa, USA Marcasite specimens from the Linwood Mine (Buffalo, Scott County, Iowa, USA) are eye catching mineral pieces prized by collectors for their metallic luster and distinctive crystal forms. Marcasite is an iron disulfide (FeS?) mineral that crystallizes in tabular, spear like or stalactitic clusters