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Vug (Vuhg) n. – A small cavity in a rock or vein, often with a mineral lining of a different composition from that of the surrounding rock.
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Treasures of Darkness, October 16, 2024
I’m always excited when I can offer great pieces from one of the most famous mines in mineral collecting history – the Tsumeb Mine in
Featured Vug Auction Dealers, October 16, 2024
Discover top mineral dealers featured on The-Vug! Explore a curated selection of the finest mineral specimens from trusted sources worldwide. ~~~ Alan’s Quality Minerals ~~~
Treasures of Darkness, October 14, 2024
This is a remarkable specimen of chalcopyrite on a very chunky, mirror-faced galena cluster from the incomparable Sweetwater Mine in Reynolds County, Missouri. It really
SZ-MINERAUX, October 10, 2024
RHODOCHROSITE – Moanda mine, Moanda, Leboumbi-Leyou, Haut-Ogooue, Gabon Magnificent specimen of Rhodochrosite with large scalenohedra, for some more than 1 cm for biggest, with a
Featured Vug Dealers, October 7, 2024
Explore The-Vug’s featured mineral dealers! Find exquisite mineral specimens from reputable dealers around the globe. ~~~ Arrowwood ~~~ Bob Griffis Minerals ~~~ Boren and King
Featured Vug Dealers, October 4, 2024
Uncover The-Vug’s top mineral dealers! Browse an exceptional collection of mineral specimens from esteemed dealers worldwide. ~~~ SZ-Mineraux ~~~ The Crystal Mine ~~~ Treasures of
Globe Minerals, October3, 2024
Fluorite, Tourmaline from Erongo Massif, Namibia, 15.5 x 13.7 x 4.1 cm. A unique and quite colorful specimen from the classic Erongo mountains locality in
Featured Vug Auction Dealers, October 2, 2024
Discover top mineral dealers featured on The-Vug! Explore a curated selection of the finest mineral specimens from trusted sources worldwide. ~~~ Alan’s Quality Minerals ~~~
Featured Vug Dealers, September 30, 2024
Explore The-Vug’s featured mineral dealers! Find exquisite mineral specimens from reputable dealers around the globe. ~~~ Arrowwood ~~~ Bob Griffis Minerals ~~~ Boren and King
Featured Vug Dealers, September 27, 2024
Uncover The-Vug’s top mineral dealers! Browse an exceptional collection of mineral specimens from esteemed dealers worldwide. ~~~ SZ-Mineraux ~~~ The Crystal Mine ~~~ Treasures of
Globe Minerals, October3, 2024
Fluorite, Tourmaline from Erongo Massif, Namibia, 15.5 x 13.7 x 4.1 cm. A unique and quite colorful specimen from the classic Erongo mountains locality in
Featured Vug Dealers, September 26, 2024
Highlighting The-Vug’s featured mineral dealers! Discover quality mineral specimens from trusted global sources. ~~~ McDougall Minerals ~~~ Mineral Vug ~~~ Mintreasure.com ~~~ Open Adit West