Description: You are bidding on a fluorescent mineral core sample from the Sterling Hill Mine collecting area! I collected the minerals I am listing myself, and this came from a tray of core samples at the end of the collecting area away from the mineral viewing room. In the hundreds of core samples, I luckily found one row of similar samples that fluoresced a white/cream color and purchased them. The first picture shows the core under sw. Beyond knowing calcite, willemite, and franklinite, I do not want to misrepresent what I am listing, so I will let you determine the additional mineral composition in the specimens I am listing. The measurements and weight are shown with the ruler and scale in some of the pictures. The pictures were taken with an iPhone using a UV Tools 11w high output shortwave fluorescent mineral light. This would make a nice addition to your fluorescent mineral collection. Please ask any questions throughout the auction and I will be more than happy to get back to you. I enjoy driving around the country collecting specimens, antiques, and collectibles. I also like giving others the opportunity to purchase and hopefully find similar enjoyment with the items I am providing. I will do my best to accurately list and describe the items, answer questions, and provide quick and secure shipping. If you have additional information, please let me know and I will make any needed adjustments to the listing. If the supplies and shipping are less than expected, then I will partially refund your amount paid. I will be shipping mostly using USPS Flat Rate, Priority Mail, or whichever provides delivery confirmation. That allows both of us to track and feel more comfortable. I want us to both have a positive experience and I appreciate eBay providing this platform. I will leave feedback after you have received your item and left feedback for me. Have a wonderful day and may your life be touched by the sun!On Jan-14-24 at 10:20:44 PST, seller added the following information: FLUORESCENT MINERAL DISCLAIMER: If you are purchasing fluorescent minerals, the you should be made aware of the following:1) Your fluorescent mineral will not “glow” without ultraviolet energy.2) Fluorescence is not phosphorescence unless a seller says there is an afterglow. Fluorescence frequently requires a source of ultraviolet (UV) energy to emit what you see3) UV sources are generally found in shortwave (SW), mid-wave (MW), and longwave (LW) examples. SW is emitted at 254 nanometers (nm), MW is emitted at 312 nm, and LW is emitted at 365 nm. Fluorescent minerals react differently to different wavelengths.4) You MUST have a UV source with a high enough wattage output to see the fluorescence. A $10 retail source just won’t cut it for SW. I have found that $50-$100 is a ballpark figure to enter the field. In general, the higher the wattage, the better the fluorescence.5) The lens of your camera has the ability to take in waves and produce a picture which looks better than your naked eye sees. Most minerals you purchase will NOT look like that with your naked eye and a low-quality UV source.6) I have learned from experience and absolutely LOVE this hobby. I have an 11watt SW source, take still pictures with my camera, and am thrilled with the results I get. It is generally a new hobby to most people and knowledge is power. Many people have been doing this for years.7) If you don’t understand something, then please ask questions. Most of us love to talk and learn about minerals. It is not a magic trick, but science. The right tools will hopefully lead you to years of enjoying this hobby.8) I live within three hours of the Franklin Mineral Museum and Sterling Hill Mine. I have never been disappointed. :0)
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-12-25T02:28:09.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.95 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
California Prop 65 Warning: Franklin and Sterling Hill Mineral Mines
