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This large botryoidal hematite specimen has golden goethite coating. These pieces are part of a new find out of Kayseri Province Turkey! Discover the distinctive beauty of this newly discovered golden goethite-coated hematite from Kayseri Province, Turkey. Each specimen features a lustrous, golden surface formed by a fine layer of goethite over hematite, with a striking bubbly, botryoidal habit that catches light from every angle. The golden hue contrasts beautifully with the underlying metallic hematite, making these pieces equally appealing to both aesthetic and systematic collectors. Dimensions: 9.24 x 7.18 x 4.56 cm Weight: 11.5 oz (326g) Locality: Kayseri Province, Turkey Mineral(s): Goethite (on Hematite) This material represents a recent find from Kayseri Province, an area better known for its rich deposits of industrial minerals than for collectible specimens. Goethite [FeO(OH)] is an iron oxyhydroxide mineral, often forming as a weathering product of iron-rich deposits. In this occurrence, it has formed a thin, shimmering golden coating over hematite (Fe₂O₃), creating a dramatic color and texture contrast. The bubbly, botryoidal formation suggests precipitation from iron-rich fluids under oxidizing conditions, likely within cavities or along fracture surfaces in the host rock. Finds of this quality and habit are rare for the region, making these specimens an exciting and unusual addition to the market.