| Sulfur is known since ancient times. In the first Book of Moses (Genesis), part of the Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses completed, about 440 BC.), There is the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, which the Lord destroyed because of the vicious life of its inhabitants by fire and sulfur. This event will be a ... moreSulfur is known since ancient times. In the first Book of Moses (Genesis), part of the Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses completed, about 440 BC.), There is the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, which the Lord destroyed because of the vicious life of its inhabitants by fire and sulfur. This event will be about 4,500 years have taken place before our era. |
| Gypsum needels and blue Baryte have made this mine known for mineral collectors. A recent report from Sept. 2012 shows that good finds are still possible. To visit this mine is relatively easy. The evacuation of the gypsum needels on the other hand is more difficult. Unfortunately, vandals have left ... moreGypsum needels and blue Baryte have made this mine known for mineral collectors. A recent report from Sept. 2012 shows that good finds are still possible. To visit this mine is relatively easy. The evacuation of the gypsum needels on the other hand is more difficult. Unfortunately, vandals have left their mark, but read and see it yourself. A report by Stefan Schorn. (Article in German) |
| Der Begriff "Organische Mineralien" wird (leider) weltweit noch oft individuell definiert, obwohl es für diese Mineralgruppe seit einigen Jahren eine "Status Quo"-Klassifizierung gibt. Status Quo bedeutet im weiteren Sinn die Klassifizierung nach dem Strunz-System, insbesondere aber die Anerkennung ... moreDer Begriff "Organische Mineralien" wird (leider) weltweit noch oft individuell definiert, obwohl es für diese Mineralgruppe seit einigen Jahren eine "Status Quo"-Klassifizierung gibt. Status Quo bedeutet im weiteren Sinn die Klassifizierung nach dem Strunz-System, insbesondere aber die Anerkennung bzw. Aberkennung (Diskreditierung) der nachstehenden Mineralien durch die international verbindliche IMA-Regelung... Ein Beitrag unseres verstorbenen Freundes Peter Seroka |