.92" Lustrous Green Alumovesuvianite Crystal Cluster - Mali
This is a lustrous, .92" wide, uncommon alumovesuvianite crystal cluster from the Kayes Region of Mali. Alumovesuvianite is a relatively new mineral, approved in 2016, and member of the vesuvianite group.
Comes with an acrylic display case and mineral tack.
Comes with an acrylic display case and mineral tack.
Vesuvianite, also known as idocrase, is a green, brown, yellow, or blue silicate mineral. Vesuvianite occurs as tetragonal crystals in skarn deposits and limestones that have been subjected to contact metamorphism. It was first discovered within included blocks or adjacent to lavas on Mount Vesuvius, hence its name. Attractive-looking crystals are sometimes cut as gemstones.
SPECIES
Alumovesuvianite (Vesuvianite Group)
LOCATION
Damandi, Diakon, Bafoulabe Cercle, Kayes Region, Mali
SIZE
.92 x .74"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#305657