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High-definition image of multiple calcite specimens showing diverse crystal structures and color variations.
Calcite Group Sample 2
Calcite Group Sample 2
Calcite Group Sample 2

High-definition image of multiple calcite specimens showing diverse crystal structures and color variations

High-definition image of multiple calcite specimens showing diverse crystal structures and color variations

High-definition image of calcite marble specimen with smooth surface and subtle veining.
Calcite Marble 2
Calcite Marble 2
Calcite Marble 2

High-definition image of calcite marble specimen with smooth surface and subtle veining.

High-definition image of calcite marble specimen with smooth surface and subtle veining.

High-definition image of chalcopyrite specimen showing brassy color and crystal structure.
Chalcopyrite Specimen 2
Chalcopyrite Specimen 2
Chalcopyrite Specimen 2

High-definition image of chalcopyrite specimen showing brassy color and crystal structure.

High-definition image of chalcopyrite, pentlandite, and pyrrhotite specimen showing metallic luster and granular structure.
Chalcopyrite, Pentlandite & Pyrrhotite Specimen 2
Chalcopyrite, Pentlandite & Pyrrhotite Specimen 2
Chalcopyrite, Pentlandite & Pyrrhotite Specimen 2

High-definition image of chalcopyrite, pentlandite,  and pyrrhotite specimen showing metallic luster and granular structure.

High-definition image showing granular texture and dark coloration.
Chromite Specimen
Chromite Specimen
Chromite Specimen

Isolated chromite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing granular texture and dark coloration.

Isolated chromite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing granular texture and dark coloration.

High-definition photography of a chromium-rich chromite specimen from the USGS mineral collection.
Chromium Chromite Sample 1
Chromium Chromite Sample 1
Chromium Chromite Sample 1

High-definition photography of a chromium-rich chromite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. Image highlights granular texture and dark color.

High-definition photography of a chromium-rich chromite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. Image highlights granular texture and dark color.

High-resolution image of a copper ingot from the USGS mineral collection.
Copper Ingot
Copper Ingot
Copper Ingot

High-resolution image of a copper ingot from the USGS mineral collection, featuring smooth surfaces, reddish-brown color, and metallic sheen.

High-resolution image of a copper ingot from the USGS mineral collection, featuring smooth surfaces, reddish-brown color, and metallic sheen.

Isolated high-definition image of raw copper, highlighting its natural reddish tones, rough texture
Raw Copper
Raw Copper
Raw Copper

Isolated high-definition image of raw copper, highlighting its natural reddish tones, rough texture, and unrefined structure from the USGS collection.

Isolated high-definition image of raw copper, highlighting its natural reddish tones, rough texture, and unrefined structure from the USGS collection.

High-definition image of dolomite with sphalerite, showing the white crystalline dolomite matrix.
Dolomite with Sphalerite
Dolomite with Sphalerite
Dolomite with Sphalerite

High-definition image of dolomite with sphalerite, showing the white crystalline dolomite matrix interspersed with dark, resinous sphalerite crystals.

High-definition image of dolomite with sphalerite, showing the white crystalline dolomite matrix interspersed with dark, resinous sphalerite crystals.

High-definition image showing metallic luster and crystal structure.
Enargite Specimen
Enargite Specimen
Enargite Specimen

Isolated enargite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing metallic luster and crystal structure.

Isolated enargite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing metallic luster and crystal structure.

High-definition image of galena specimen showing crystal faces and silvery-gray color.
Galena Specimen 2
Galena Specimen 2
Galena Specimen 2

High-definition image of galena specimen showing crystal faces and silvery-gray color.

High-definition image of galena specimen showing crystal faces and silvery-gray color.

USGS mineral specimen featuring galena and chalcopyrite.
Galena and Chalcopyrite Specimen 2
Galena and Chalcopyrite Specimen 2
Galena and Chalcopyrite Specimen 2

USGS mineral specimen featuring galena and chalcopyrite. High-definition image showing metallic textures and color contrast.

USGS mineral specimen featuring galena and chalcopyrite. High-definition image showing metallic textures and color contrast.

Isolated garnierite specimen from the USGS mineral collection.
Garnierite Specimen 2
Garnierite Specimen 2
Garnierite Specimen 2

Isolated garnierite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing green coloration and earthy texture.

Isolated garnierite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing green coloration and earthy texture.

High-definition image of hafnium crystal bar showing shiny surface and refined structure.
Hafnium Crystal Bar
Hafnium Crystal Bar
Hafnium Crystal Bar

High-definition image of hafnium crystal bar showing shiny surface and refined structure.

High-definition image of hafnium crystal bar showing shiny surface and refined structure.

USGS mineral specimen of hematite iron ore.
Iron Ore – Hematite
Iron Ore – Hematite
Iron Ore – Hematite

USGS mineral specimen of hematite iron ore. High-definition image showing dense texture and reddish-black coloration.

USGS mineral specimen of hematite iron ore. High-definition image showing dense texture and reddish-black coloration.

Isolated manganese specimen from the USGS mineral collection.
Manganese Sample
Manganese Sample
Manganese Sample

Isolated manganese specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing metallic texture and dark gray color.

Isolated manganese specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing metallic texture and dark gray color.

USGS mineral specimen of manganese nodule.
Manganese Nodule
Manganese Nodule
Manganese Nodule

USGS mineral specimen of manganese nodule. High-definition image showing rounded structure and layered texture.

USGS mineral specimen of manganese nodule. High-definition image showing rounded structure and layered texture.

Isolated pyrolusite specimen from the USGS mineral collection.
Pyrolusite (Manganese Ore) 1
Pyrolusite (Manganese Ore) 1
Pyrolusite (Manganese Ore) 1

Isolated pyrolusite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing fibrous texture and metallic luster.

Isolated pyrolusite specimen from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing fibrous texture and metallic luster.

High-definition image of molybdenite specimen with silvery luster and flaky structure.
Molybdenite Specimen 2
Molybdenite Specimen 2
Molybdenite Specimen 2

High-definition image of molybdenite specimen with silvery luster and flaky structure.

USGS mineral specimen of volcanic glass.
Volcanic Glass (Obsidian)
Volcanic Glass (Obsidian)
Volcanic Glass (Obsidian)

USGS mineral specimen of volcanic glass. High-definition image showing smooth texture and dark coloration.

USGS mineral specimen of volcanic glass. High-definition image showing smooth texture and dark coloration.

Group of quartz specimens from the USGS mineral collection.
Quartz Group Sample
Quartz Group Sample
Quartz Group Sample

Group of quartz specimens from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing varied crystal forms and textures.

Group of quartz specimens from the USGS mineral collection. High-definition image showing varied crystal forms and textures.

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