Kaneyama, Dategun, Fukushima Prefecture, Tohoku Region, Honshu Island, Japan
2.5 x 2 x 1.1 inches
$29

A rare example of Ludwigite from a seldom represented locale in Japan. This "old timer" specimen was originally collected by the late Dr. Kin-ichi Sakurai. The Sakurai Collection was widely considered the greatest private mineral collection in Japan. The majority of the collection is in the National Science Museum in Tokyo, although a small number of specimens made their way into private hands. There are currently several specimens from the Sakurai Collection on the site. This specimen has a fantastic slightly hairy/velvety appearance in person that is very cool. This curious specimen needs to be seen in person to be truly appreciated.