4.2" Gemmy Heulandite Crystals with Celadonite Inclusions - India
This is a formation of gemmy, lustrous heulandite crystals collected from the Deccan Traps (the world largest basalt flow) in Maharashtra, India. The green color at the base of these crystals is a result of celadonite inclusions.
Comes with an acrylic display stand.
Comes with an acrylic display stand.
Heulandite is a mineral of the zeolite group that also fits within the silicate and tectosilicates groups. It has the general chemical formula (Ca,Na)2-3Al3(Al,Si)2Si13O36 · 12H2O, but the calcium and sodium can be substituted by potassium, barium, or strontium ions. Heulandite crystals will often form as distinctive tabular, radiating crystals with a vitreous luster, and can display a variety of colors including white, green, brown, orange, red, pink, yellow, grey, and black.
$35
SPECIES
Heulandite & Celadonite
LOCATION
Maharashtra, India
SIZE
4.2 x 2.35"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#348322
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