From Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
7*7*3cm
214gram
This Specimen From A Special Collection:
(Purchase Sudbury Show Roger Poulin in 2003)
A fascinating specimen featuring Carborundum (Moissanite) from Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, known for its striking metallic luster and iridescent surface colors.
The crystal displays sharp, well-defined forms with a shimmering play of rainbow hues across its surface, a signature characteristic of silicon carbide. Often mistaken for natural moissanite, specimens like this are typically laboratory-formed but have become highly collectible due to their unique appearance and historical significance.
Niagara Falls has long been associated with early industrial production of silicon carbide, making pieces from this locality especially interesting for collectors interested in both mineralogy and industrial heritage.
This specimen comes from a special collection (purchased at the Sudbury Show from Roger Poulin in 2003), adding an extra layer of provenance and collector value.
A distinctive collector’s piece blending science, history, and eye-catching visual appeal.
