Raw Lodestone, Mineral Specimen – Approx. 1" – Geologist Selected & Hand Processed – Great for Science Classrooms – Eisco Labs

Raw Lodestone SpecimenSingle Sample, 1″This naturally magnetized mineral creates it’s own magnetic field and can pick up small metal objects. Iron particles cover its surface. As an iron oxide, lodestone has a characteristic black color, and may feature rusty patches of yellow or orange. An excellent introductory mineral, and useful in teaching mineral chemistry and crystallography.While each specimen will vary slightly in shape, size and color, it will measure approximately 1″ in length. Each is individually packaged, labeled & barcoded for easy identification and storage.Selected & Processed by a Geologist.Each and every specimen is selected and hand processed by an actual geologist, ensuring that each sample exhibits defining features. Rocks and minerals are sourced from a variety of locations around the world and are processed by hand in Victor, NY.Technical SupportAlways feel free to reach out to our team of scientists and geologists for additional information, or to assist you with any questions regarding our rock and mineral samples.