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Pegmatite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Igneous rock containing a large variety of crystal sizes Perfect size for use in classroom identif...

Quartzite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size The further compaction of sandstone's sturdy silicate framework makes quartzite one of the...

Twelve quartzite samples approximately 1" (3cm) in size The further compaction of sandstone's sturdy silicate framework makes quartzite on...

Siltstone sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Clastic sedimentary rock made up of fine silt particles Perfect size for use in classr...

Twelve siltstone samples approximately 1" (3cm) in size Clastic sedimentary rock made up of fine silt particles Perfect size for use i...

Sphalerite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Often mined as a zinc ore Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs and exercises, co...

Sphalerite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Often mined as a zinc ore Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs and exercises, co...

Syenite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Igneous rock comprised primarily of feldspar Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs a...

Syenite sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Igneous rock comprised primarily of feldspar Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs a...

FINE WHITE MARBLE | Formed from limestone, this high pressure, low heat alteration leads to a large crystalline rock. Heavily mined for architectu...

3" hand sample of galena, a lead ore Brilliant silver cubes exhibit galena's characteristic luster and cleavage Galena's high specific density mak...

Fossil replica of a Mesozoic echinoderm measuring approximately 4cm (1.25") Sturdy fossil replica made from resin is designed to last through heav...

EXPLORE FIELD TESTING TECHNIQUES | A fun way to explore the variety of techniques that geologists use to identify rocks and minerals IDENTIFY ROCK...

3" specimen of native copper Twisted, wirelike shape betrays formation as a fracture-filling mineral Each sample of copper weighs between 2 and 3 ...

OOLITIC LIMESTONE | Oolitic limestone is a carbonate rock formed from the cementation of thousands of ooids. Ooids are tiny nodules formed from th...

2"-2.5" sample of optical calcite, also known as Iceland Spar Optical calcite is birefringent, allowing it to split and transmit beams of light in...

Single-point, polished quartz crystal between 1.5" and 2" in length Each piece is crystal clear, and takes the euhedral hexagonal form of quartz F...

Same as per Cat. No. PH0241 but made of Stainless Steel.

ANDESITE | Andesite features abundant phenocrysts in a fine grained matrix, and offers a great demonstration of igneous porphyry GREAT FOR GEOLOGY...

ANTHRACITE COAL | Anthracite coal is bright and reflective, indicative of the intense heat and pressure required to form it. Anthracite coal often...

ANTHRACITE COAL | Anthracite coal is bright and reflective, indicative of the intense heat and pressure required to form it. Anthracite coal often...

APATITE | Apatite is one of the few common phosphate minerals. While often found as an accessory mineral in igneous rock, it is also found as conc...

AUGITE | A common rock-forming pyroxene mineral that forms as magma is cooling. It is an imperative sample for lessons on Bowen's reaction series ...

BASALT | Basalt makes up a large majority of the earth's oceanic crust. Formed quickly from a magma that is rich in iron, basalt exhibits a dark c...

BIOTITE GNEISS | This foliated metamorphic rock usually forms at convergent plate boundaries, and recrystallizes with immense heat and pressure GR...

BIOTITE MICA | Found within igneous and metamorphic rocks. Biotite mica's sheet like appearance and glassy luster make this mineral easy to identi...

BITUMINOUS COAL | Coal is formed within anoxic environments from compressed organic matter, and a worldwide source of fuel. Its vitreous sheen mak...

BRECCIA | The large, angular clasts in breccia make it possible to confidently ascertain the depositional history of the rock GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CL...

BRECCIA | The large, angular clasts in breccia make it possible to confidently ascertain the depositional history of the rock GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CL...

CALCITE | Calcite is made up of calcium carbonate. It can grow into rocks, animal shells, chalk, & translucent, rhombic minerals GREAT FOR GEO...

CARBONACEOUS SHALE | Shale is formed from the cementation and lithification of very small grains of rock, commonly mud or clay. The black color of...

CHALCOPYRITE | From the same family as fool's gold, Chalcopyrite is a yellow crystalline mineral consisting of a sulfide of copper and iron. It is...

CHERT | Sometimes referred to as flint, Chert is a sedimentary rock rich in silica GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CLASSROOMS | This specimen is perfect for tea...

CHERT | Sometimes referred to as flint, Chert is a sedimentary rock rich in silica GREAT FOR GEOLOGY CLASSROOMS | This specimen is perfect for tea...

CHLORITE | Chlorite is a metamorphic mineral that has undergone light alteration. During metasomatism, phyllosilicate minerals may become hydrated...

CONGLOMERATE | The large clasts in conglomerate indicate that the pieces of rock underwent a large amount of rolling, bouncing, and other weatheri...

COQUINA | Composed of bone and shell fragments, coquina is nearly 100% fossil matter. Held together by a carbonate cement, this skeletal mass form...

DIORITE | The minerals within diorite can be readily identified due to their large size, and by comparing the relative abundance of each mineral, ...

DOLOMITE | Though similar to calcite, the inclusion of magnesium in the chemistry of Dolomite makes it a more robust & stable mineral GREAT FO...

DOLOSTONE | Composed primarily of carbonate material, dolostone is a more stalwart rock than its chemical cousin, limestone. It is often mined fo...

FLUORITE | Fluorite can be transparent or come in a variety of colors, such as purple, green & blue. Fluorite is a common mineral in both carb...

FLUORITE | Fluorite can be transparent or come in a variety of colors, such as purple, green & blue. Fluorite is a common mineral in both carb...

FOSSILIFEROUS LIMESTONE | This rock formed at the bottom of a marine environment through the compaction of deceased organic matter in a clay or si...

GABBRO | Gabbro is formed within magma chambers, deep within the earth. The chambers hold iron-rich rock melt, too heavy to reach the surface. As ...

GALENA | Galena grows in beautiful metallic cubes. Often refined as lead ore, galena can also be used to teach students about a mineral's luster, ...

GARNET SCHIST | A metamorphic rock that has undergone moderate levels of alteration, schist is good for demonstrating the effect of metamorphism o...

GARNET | Garnet comes in a variety of colors & shapes - this specimen is a deep red color. Garnet forms under intense heat and pressure condit...

GRAPHITE | The same material found in pencils- graphite. This lustrous mass of carbon is an excellent example of how atomic structure can complete...