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1.1" White Feldspar Crystals on Black Aegirine - Malawi
This is a 1.1" long black-green aegirine crystal with white feldspar crystals. It was collected from the Southern region of Malawi, Africa. The specimen is accompanied by the pictured acrylic display base and mineral tack.
Aegirine is a sodium iron silicate with the chemical formula NaFeSi2O6. It is a member of the pyroxene group and it shares the same crystal structure as augite, but a different chemical composition. It typically forms long, slender crystals that can bear reddish-black, brown, black or greenish colorations.
$9
SPECIES
Aegirine & Feldspar
LOCATION
Zomba, Southern Region, Malawi, Africa
SIZE
1.1 x .8"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#348727
