.8" Axinite-(Mn) Crystal - Pakistan

This small axinite specimen displays a hint of translucent purple and yellow luster, with beautifully formed crystal edges. There is very little damage to the crystal itself, though damage can be seen where the crystal was broken free of it's matrix.

Axinite is a mineral belonging to the silicates group, with three possible mineral compositions under the axinite group. The inclusive formula, encompassing all possible mineral member combinations is (Ca,Fe,Mg,Mn)3Al2BSi4O15(OH), where the presence of one listed alkaline or transitional element will effect the structure and colors displayed by the axinite crystal. It typically forms thin, sharp triclinic crystals, with colors ranging anywhere from a light yellow brown, to various shades of blue and green.
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DETAILS
SPECIES
Manganese Axinite
LOCATION
Nausherwani Mine, Pakistan
SIZE
.8" long, .6" wide
CATEGORY
ITEM
#38681