Ludlamite red compressed rhombohedra of chocolate brown

compressed rhombohedra of chocolate brown (nearly black) Siderite on matrix

and to the best of my knowledge

and is not cleaved

This is a first-rate Zinkenite specimen

Ludlamite red compressed rhombohedra of chocolate brownThis is without a doubt one of the most distinctive Ludlamites I have seen from Huanuni. Typically, the Ludlamites from this locality are found in fan like sprays or even bow tie shaped aggregates, but to find a sphere shaped aggregate like this is exceedingly rare. Additionally, Ludlamite associated with Quartz is also incredibly rare. The Ludlamite ball on this piece is virtually undamaged and has a pleasing rich green color with good luster and