Gypsum from Neuenhain, Hesse, Germany – Three-Dimensional Group of Prismatic Crystals

This Gypsum crystal group from Neuenhain in Hesse, Germany features a larger, elongated main crystal with several smaller crystals attached along its sides. The differently oriented crystals create an attractive three-dimensional overall shape.

Measuring 6.2 × 3.7 × 2 cm and weighing 22.3 g, the specimen is a Small cabinet specimen. The crystals are colorless to whitish and predominantly translucent, with some areas appearing partially transparent.

Prismatic Gypsum crystals in a three-dimensional arrangement

The Gypsum shows a colorless to whitish coloration. The larger main crystal is elongated prismatic to tabular-prismatic, while several smaller crystals are attached laterally and partly diverge from the main crystal.

Some crystal faces show a distinct luster. Differences in clarity and internal structure give the specimen a varied appearance, with some areas looking more transparent and others slightly milky to translucent.

The multi-directional, three-dimensional arrangement of the crystals is particularly attractive and clearly distinguishes the specimen from simple single crystals.

Gypsum from Neuenhain in Hesse

Neuenhain near Borken in Hesse, Germany is known for well-developed Gypsum crystals and crystal groups. Colorless to whitish prismatic Gypsum crystals are particularly characteristic and may occur either as individual crystals or as intergrown three-dimensional groups.

This specimen is a good example of such a crystal group. The larger main crystal forms the central element, while several smaller crystals growing from its sides give the piece its characteristic three-dimensional form.