Raw Siderite Crystal Specimen - Brazil - 17g - I

Raw Siderite Crystal Specimen - Brazil - 17g - I

A siderite specimen from Brazil. Look for the lustrous brown rhombohedral crystals.

Stone Facts:

• Siderite is iron carbonate (FeCO₃), named from the Greek sideros, meaning iron
• It typically forms brown, curved or saddle-shaped rhombohedral crystals with a pearly to glassy lustre
• It sits at Mohs 3.5–4.5, so handle with care

Traditional & Folklore Properties:

• Siderite is a lesser-known stone in crystal circles, traditionally associated with grounding
• Traditional associations: in crystal tradition, linked with the Root chakra and Sagittarius (shared as folklore, not as a claim of any effect)

Product Details:

• Natural siderite, specimen
• Origin: Conselheiro Pena, Minas Gerais, Brazil
• Weight: 17g
• You will receive the exact item shown

Suggested Uses:

• A mineral collection piece
• Cabinet or shelf display
• A gift for a rock or mineral collector

Important Notes:

• Natural specimens may have small knocks or marks from mining and handling
• Colours may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions
• Natural crystals may have inclusions and surface variation
• Please allow 1–3mm difference due to manual measurement
• Photos taken to best represent true colours; may vary slightly in natural light
• Traditional and folklore properties are shared for interest only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice

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