Front view of dark botryoidal goethite with reddish areas and small iridescent flashes on a black display base

Goethite – Iridescent Botryoidal Specimen, Graves Mountain

$29.00
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Front view of dark botryoidal goethite with reddish areas and small iridescent flashes on a black display base
  • Front view of dark botryoidal goethite with reddish areas and small iridescent flashes on a black display base
  • Botryoidal goethite specimen shown upright beneath a clear display cover
  • Side view showing the narrow profile, rounded goethite growths, and rusty brown surface areas
  • Reverse view of the goethite specimen with rough dark surfaces, cavities, and reddish-brown patches
  • Opposite side of the botryoidal goethite showing green, gold, blue, and magenta iridescent highlights
  • Front view of dark botryoidal goethite with reddish areas and small iridescent flashes on a black display base
  • Botryoidal goethite specimen shown upright beneath a clear display cover
  • Side view showing the narrow profile, rounded goethite growths, and rusty brown surface areas
  • Reverse view of the goethite specimen with rough dark surfaces, cavities, and reddish-brown patches
  • Opposite side of the botryoidal goethite showing green, gold, blue, and magenta iridescent highlights
Goethite – Iridescent Botryoidal Specimen, Graves Mountain

Goethite – Iridescent Botryoidal Specimen, Graves Mountain

$29.00

About This Specimen

This upright goethite specimen from Graves Mountain displays densely packed botryoidal forms with an irregular, sculptural profile. Its dark brown to brownish-black surface is accented by reddish areas and scattered flashes of green, gold, blue, and magenta iridescence.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Goethite mineral specimen
  • Locality: Graves Mountain, Lincoln County, Georgia, USA
  • Form & Structure: Upright botryoidal aggregate with rounded growths, shallow cavities, and a rougher reverse
  • Color: Dark brown to brownish black with reddish-brown patches and localized green, gold, blue, and magenta iridescent highlights
  • Rarity: Common as a mineral species; iridescent botryoidal examples from a named locality have added collector interest
  • Mohs Hardness: 5–5.5
  • Luster: Submetallic to locally dull, with glossy highlights across some rounded surfaces
  • Chemical Formula: FeO(OH)
  • Specimen Size: Small Cabinet
  • Dimensions: 2.9 × 2.2 × 5.2 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 44.3 g — mineral only
  • Total / Display Weight: 89.8 g

About Goethite

Goethite is an orthorhombic iron oxide-hydroxide mineral with the formula FeO(OH) and a Mohs hardness of 5–5.5. It commonly occurs in massive, earthy, fibrous, stalactitic, and botryoidal formations, with colors ranging from yellow-brown through reddish brown to nearly black.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, goethite is associated with grounding, perseverance, reflection, and a steady connection to the natural world. Collectors may use it as a symbolic focus for meditation, intention-setting, or contemplative display. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The tall presentation, clustered botryoidal texture, and subtle rainbow flashes give this compact specimen strong visual character from multiple viewing angles. Its contrasting glossy and earthy areas highlight the uneven growth structure particularly well.

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