This set contains 15 basic and common mineral specimens which we hand picked from our own stock it is suitable for collectors and particularly those who want to practice mineral recognition. The set is ideal for educational purposes at all levels from school through to university. The minerals included are some of the most abundant minerals on earth and should be easily recognisable to even amateur geologists.A coloured photo data sheet is provided on the inside of the lid detailing names and localities of each specimen. Each mineral has its own compartment within the box.Specimens included:Milky QuartzOrthoclase FeldsparBiotite MicaNative CopperHematiteMagnetiteHaliteFlouriteCalciteGypsumBaryteIron PyriteChalcopyriteGalenaSphalerite