2.1" Lustrous Black-Green Aegirine Crystal - Malawi

This is a 2.1" long black-green aegirine crystal collected from the Southern region of Malawi, Africa. It has been mounted to an acrylic display base with 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.

FOR SALE
$19
DETAILS
SPECIES
Aegirine
LOCATION
Zomba, Southern Region, Malawi, Africa
SIZE
2.1 x .8"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#348743