2.8" Zircon and Feldspar Crystals on Aegirine - Malawi
This is a unique, 2.8" long mineral association featuring a scattering of orange zircon crystals and white orthoclase feldspar on lustrous black aegirine, collected from the Southern region of Malawi, Africa.
Comes with an acrylic display stand.
Comes with an acrylic display stand.
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.
$35
SPECIES
Zircon, Feldspar (Orthoclase) & Aegirine
LOCATION
Mount Malosa, Zomba, Southern Region, Malawi
SIZE
2.8 x 1.2"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#326671