Front view of dark botryoidal goethite with rust-red and bronze highlights mounted upright on a black base

Goethite Botryoidal Aggregate from Graves Mountain

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Front view of dark botryoidal goethite with rust-red and bronze highlights mounted upright on a black base
  • Front view of dark botryoidal goethite with rust-red and bronze highlights mounted upright on a black base
  • Side view showing rounded black goethite clusters, red exposed layers, and subtle iridescent areas
  • Reverse view of the goethite specimen with dark botryoidal growths, reddish cavities, and colorful reflections
  • Opposite side of the upright goethite showing rounded aggregates and broad dark crust-like surfaces
  • Goethite specimen mounted upright on a black base beneath a clear acrylic display cover
  • Front view of dark botryoidal goethite with rust-red and bronze highlights mounted upright on a black base
  • Side view showing rounded black goethite clusters, red exposed layers, and subtle iridescent areas
  • Reverse view of the goethite specimen with dark botryoidal growths, reddish cavities, and colorful reflections
  • Opposite side of the upright goethite showing rounded aggregates and broad dark crust-like surfaces
  • Goethite specimen mounted upright on a black base beneath a clear acrylic display cover
Goethite Botryoidal Aggregate from Graves Mountain

Goethite Botryoidal Aggregate from Graves Mountain

$20.00

About This Specimen

This goethite specimen from Graves Mountain forms an upright, irregular aggregate of rounded botryoidal growths and crust-like iron-oxide layers. Its predominantly black and dark brown surface is enlivened by rust-red edges, bronze highlights, and localized purple-green iridescent reflections.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Goethite mineral specimen
  • Locality: Graves Mountain, Lincoln County, Georgia, USA
  • Form & Structure: Botryoidal and crustiform aggregate with rounded, grape-like surfaces
  • Color: Black to dark brown with rust-red exposed layers, bronze highlights, and subtle purple-green iridescence
  • Rarity: Common as a mineral species; collectible as a locality-documented botryoidal specimen from Graves Mountain
  • Mohs Hardness: 5–5.5
  • Luster: Dull to submetallic with locally glossy surfaces
  • Chemical Formula: FeO(OH)
  • Specimen Size: Miniature
  • Dimensions: 3.1 × 2.1 × 5.0 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 37.2 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 83.5 g

About Goethite

Goethite is an orthorhombic iron oxyhydroxide with the formula FeO(OH) and a Mohs hardness of approximately 5–5.5. It commonly develops through the alteration and oxidation of iron-bearing minerals and may occur as earthy masses, crusts, stalactitic forms, or rounded botryoidal aggregates such as those displayed by this specimen.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, goethite is associated with grounding, perseverance, reflection, and a symbolic connection to the earth. Collectors interested in spiritual practices may use it as a display object, meditation focus, or reminder of resilience and steady intention. 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 display profile presents botryoidal textures on multiple sides, while thin iron-oxide layers add warm red, bronze, purple, and green accents to the dark surface. Its contrast of rounded growths, recessed cavities, and broken crust edges gives the piece strong texture at a compact size.

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