A striking and naturally formed Selenite Rose Crystal, also known as a Desert Rose, composed of the mineral gypsum. This specimen has been carefully selected for its defined rosette shape and elegant natural structure, making it a beautiful addition to any crystal collection, metaphysical space, or educational display.
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Mineralogical & Geological Information:
- Common Name: Selenite Rose / Desert Rose
- Mineral Type: Gypsum (CaSO4·2H2O)
- Crystal System: Monoclinic
- Morphology: Radiating cluster of bladed gypsum crystals arranged in rose-like rosettes
- Formation Environment: Arid, desert conditions where evaporation allows gypsum to crystallise in sandy sediments
- Depositional Environment: Evaporitic basins in arid climates (desert playas or shallow inland seas)
- Geological Age: Varies (typically Holocene to Pleistocene for most known localities)
- Known Localities: North Africa (especially Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria), Southwestern USA, Mexico, Australia, and Middle East
Notable Characteristics:
- Named 'Desert Rose' due to its natural resemblance to a blooming flower
- Often formed in sand-rich environments where gypsum crystals incorporate fine sand grains
- Highly valued for its metaphysical properties including peace and spiritual grounding
Why Choose This Crystal?
- Naturally formed, unpolished and untreated
- Ideal for collectors, energy workers, or decorative display
- Carefully selected for quality, clarity and rosette structure
- Supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity
- 100% genuine and ethically sourced
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