Description
A striking Golden Hematite specimen from Kayseri Province, Turkey, featuring a dramatic mix of rounded botryoidal growth and elongated, ribbed hematite formations across the display face.
The specimen has an especially unique appearance, with larger rounded hematite masses rising above areas of tightly packed linear growth. Deep gunmetal and black metallic tones are accented by warm bronze and golden highlights that catch the light across the textured surface.
Tiny golden mineral flecks scattered among the darker hematite add another layer of contrast, while portions of the natural brown matrix remain visible along the edges. Its tall, narrow profile gives the piece excellent presence without taking up a large amount of display space.
Locality: Kayseri Province, Turkey
Dimensions: 4.5” × 2.5” × 1.25”
Weight: 700g
Metaphysical Properties
Hematite is traditionally associated with grounding, stability, protection, focus and confidence. It is often used as a stone for remaining centered, strengthening determination and maintaining a connection to the present moment.
Please note: Metaphysical properties are based on spiritual traditions and are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.
Collector’s Notes
Kayseri Province lies in central Anatolia, a geologically diverse part of Turkey shaped by a long history of volcanic and tectonic activity. The province is especially well known for Mount Erciyes, the massive stratovolcano that dominates the landscape around the city of Kayseri.
The geology surrounding Kayseri includes volcanic rocks, altered mineral zones and iron-rich formations produced through multiple geological processes over long periods of time. This complex setting can produce hematite with unusually varied surface textures.
This particular specimen is especially interesting because it preserves multiple hematite growth habits together. Rounded botryoidal masses dominate much of the surface, while other sections develop into long, tightly spaced ridges. The transition between these textures gives the specimen an almost flowing appearance.
The “golden” coloration is not native gold. Hematite can develop bronze, gold, silver and darker metallic surface colors through oxidation, extremely thin mineral coatings and the interaction of light with its surface.
Hematite is one of the most important ores of iron, but collector specimens can form in a remarkable variety of shapes, including crystalline, platy, massive and botryoidal forms.
One of hematite’s most recognizable identifying features is its reddish-brown streak. Even specimens that appear nearly black, silver or golden on the surface retain the characteristic red coloration of powdered hematite.
Highlights
Dense botryoidal hematite formations across the upper and central portions
Distinct elongated, ribbed growth running through the lower display face
Beautiful metallic luster
Deep gunmetal-black coloration with warm golden and bronze metallic highlights
Numerous small surface details visible throughout the specimen
Tiny contrasting golden mineral flecks scattered across portions of the hematite
Natural brown matrix remains visible around the outer edges
Excellent upright display shape
Substantial 700g collector specimen
Sourced from Kayseri Province, Turkey
Mineralogy
Mineral: Hematite
Chemical Formula: Fe₂O₃
Mineral Class: Oxide
Crystal System: Trigonal
Mohs Hardness: 5.5–6.5
Luster: Metallic to submetallic
Streak: Reddish brown to red
Description
A striking Golden Hematite specimen from Kayseri Province, Turkey, featuring a dramatic mix of rounded botryoidal growth and elongated, ribbed hematite formations across the display face.
The specimen has an especially unique appearance, with larger rounded hematite masses rising above areas of tightly packed linear growth. Deep gunmetal and black metallic tones are accented by warm bronze and golden highlights that catch the light across the textured surface.
Tiny golden mineral flecks scattered among the darker hematite add another layer of contrast, while portions of the natural brown matrix remain visible along the edges. Its tall, narrow profile gives the piece excellent presence without taking up a large amount of display space.
Locality: Kayseri Province, Turkey
Dimensions: 4.5” × 2.5” × 1.25”
Weight: 700g
Metaphysical Properties
Hematite is traditionally associated with grounding, stability, protection, focus and confidence. It is often used as a stone for remaining centered, strengthening determination and maintaining a connection to the present moment.
Please note: Metaphysical properties are based on spiritual traditions and are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.
Collector’s Notes
Kayseri Province lies in central Anatolia, a geologically diverse part of Turkey shaped by a long history of volcanic and tectonic activity. The province is especially well known for Mount Erciyes, the massive stratovolcano that dominates the landscape around the city of Kayseri.
The geology surrounding Kayseri includes volcanic rocks, altered mineral zones and iron-rich formations produced through multiple geological processes over long periods of time. This complex setting can produce hematite with unusually varied surface textures.
This particular specimen is especially interesting because it preserves multiple hematite growth habits together. Rounded botryoidal masses dominate much of the surface, while other sections develop into long, tightly spaced ridges. The transition between these textures gives the specimen an almost flowing appearance.
The “golden” coloration is not native gold. Hematite can develop bronze, gold, silver and darker metallic surface colors through oxidation, extremely thin mineral coatings and the interaction of light with its surface.
Hematite is one of the most important ores of iron, but collector specimens can form in a remarkable variety of shapes, including crystalline, platy, massive and botryoidal forms.
One of hematite’s most recognizable identifying features is its reddish-brown streak. Even specimens that appear nearly black, silver or golden on the surface retain the characteristic red coloration of powdered hematite.
Highlights
Dense botryoidal hematite formations across the upper and central portions
Distinct elongated, ribbed growth running through the lower display face
Beautiful metallic luster
Deep gunmetal-black coloration with warm golden and bronze metallic highlights
Numerous small surface details visible throughout the specimen
Tiny contrasting golden mineral flecks scattered across portions of the hematite
Natural brown matrix remains visible around the outer edges
Excellent upright display shape
Substantial 700g collector specimen
Sourced from Kayseri Province, Turkey
Mineralogy
Mineral: Hematite
Chemical Formula: Fe₂O₃
Mineral Class: Oxide
Crystal System: Trigonal
Mohs Hardness: 5.5–6.5
Luster: Metallic to submetallic
Streak: Reddish brown to red
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