Natural Native Silver on Calcite Matrix | Collectors Mineral Specimen (B1 #5)

Sourced and individually selected by Distinction Crystals, this exceptional specimen features a dense and highly aesthetic distribution of native silver across a primary face of crystalline calcite. With its sharp, angular matrix and heavy silver saturation, this piece offers a powerful "sculptural" presence that represents the peak of native metal aesthetics.

Specimen Highlights

• Mineral: Native Silver on Matrix Calcite
• Form: Thick arborescent sprays and interconnected  dendritic "forests"
• Lustre: High-brilliance metallic sheen with bright surface reflectivity
• Matrix: White crystalline calcite with dark hydrothermal mineral accents

Product Details

• Size: 4 x 4.5 x 6 cm approx
• Weight: 91g
• Material: Native Silver on Calcite Matrix
• Origin: Bou-Azzer district, Morocco

Detailed Description

This specimen is characterised by its rich, three-dimensional silver growth. The native silver forms a complex network of arborescent sprays that wrap around the edges of the matrix, creating a sense of movement and natural artistry. The metal exhibits a bright metallic lustre, catching the light across its many faceted, crystalline surfaces.

The host matrix is a clean, white crystalline calcite the provides a perfect neutral background, allowing the intricate details of the silver to stand out. Notably, the base of the specimen includes dark host-rock inclusions, providing a grounded, organic contrast to the brilliant white and silver tones above.

Collector’s Note

This is a particularly "silver-rich" piece, showing a higher volume of metal compared to many matrix specimens. The expert preparation has preserved the delicate, feathery tips of the silver dendrites while ensuring the structural stability of the entire specimen. 

You will receive the exact piece shown in the photographs. Natural variations, inclusions, surface markings, and irregularities are part of the mineral’s natural formation and are not defects. Colours may vary slightly depending on lighting and screen settings.