Edenharterite, Realgar xls; Lengenbach Quarry, Binntal, Valais, Switzerland; Min; unique piece
Edenharterite and Realgar crystals from the Lengenbach Quarry, Binntal, Valais, Switzerland – miniature specimen as unique piece
This miniature specimen from the Lengenbach Quarry features a striking association of Edenharterite and Realgar. The vivid orange tones stand out sharply against the pale matrix, while metallic areas emphasize the distinctive sulfosalt character of this locality. The interplay of colour and texture gives the piece a strong visual presence, making this single specimen a characteristic example of the classic Lengenbach paragenesis.
Geology & Origin
The Lengenbach Quarry in the Binn Valley, Switzerland, is renowned worldwide for its remarkable variety of sulfosalt species formed within a unique dolomite lens. A combination of hydrothermal activity, metal-rich host rocks, and long-lasting geochemical processes enabled the development of rare mineral species such as Edenharterite and Realgar. This specimen reflects the geological signature of the locality and illustrates the mineralogical diversity for which Lengenbach is highly regarded.
This table is for general information and orientation, although the sizes of the stones may vary. In addition, this specification is handled differently from region to region.
| Sizes | Description | approx. Sizes in mm/cm | approx. Sizes in INCH | |
| Capsule | Capsule | 0.1–0.5 mm in a transparent hard capsule (approx. 1 cm) | capsule contents 0.1–0.5 mm | capsule contents 0.004–0.02 in |
| TN/mm | Micromount (TN = Thumbnail) | everything fitting in a TN Perky box or a MM box of approx. 1 in | approx. 0.5–2.5 cm | max. 1 in |
| Min | Miniature specimen | will not fit a TN or MM box anymore | approx. 2.5–5 cm | approx. 0.2–1.0 in |
| Scab | small cabinet specimen | approx. one-third to half a hand size | approx. 5–9 cm | approx. 1.0–2.0 in |
| Cab | cabinet specimen | full hand size | approx. 9–15 cm | approx. 2.0–3.5 in |
| large Cab | large cabinet specimen | approx. two hand sizes | approx. 15–30 cm | approx. 3.5–6.0 in |
| very large Cab | very large cabinet specimen | everything larger, no upper limit |
Abbreviations commonly used in mineralogy.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| xl | single crystal, possible with matrix |
| xls | noticeable crystals |
| (xl) | embedded or damaged |
| (xls) | embeddet or damaged |
| MASS | massive and/or amorphous pieces |
| TYP | type locality of the original description |
| SWUV | shortwave-UV-reaction |
| UV | ultraviolet reaction |
| SC | self-collected |
| U | unique (single unique piece) |
Usage Instructions
This product is ideal as a collector's item, decorative element, teaching material, or for scientific and exhibition purposes.
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Responsible Provider
Mikon Mineralienkontor GmbH
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D-37130 Gleichen OT Klein Lengden
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| shipment-weight, NOT netto weight (kg) | 0.080000 |
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