Raw Olivine, Mineral Specimen – Approx. 3″ – Hand Sample

Raw Olivine Specimen
Single Hand Sample, Approx. 3″

Much of the earth’s surface is covered in oceanic crust, of which olivine is a major component. With the highest crystallization temperature, olivine is the first mineral to form in a magma, making it a useful geothermometer. Ideal for teaching students about rounding and sorting, as well as for identification & classification exercises, and is great for lessons in hardness, fracture & luster. Its massive earthy habit is a perfect example of nonmetallic luster. .
While each specimen will vary slightly in shape, size and color, it will measure approximately 3″ 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. Minerals and minerals are sourced from a variety of locations around the world and are processed by hand in Victor, NY.
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