About this Specimen:
52 × 38 × 32mm (not including base dimensions)
87.4g (including base)
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Epidote is a calcium aluminium iron silicate mineral, best known for its distinctive pistachio-green to olive-green colour and elongated, striated crystals. Byssolite, meanwhile, is a fine, fibrous variety of actinolite that can occur as delicate, hair-like inclusions within quartz.
This striking specimen from Imilchil, Morocco, features an intricate arrangement of lustrous, olive-green epidote crystals forming radiating sprays and fan-like clusters. Contrasting beautifully against the epidote are translucent to milky quartz crystals, some displaying delicate internal inclusions associated with byssolite.
The combination of sharply textured epidote, contrasting quartz, and complex crystal growth creates a visually captivating specimen. Its rich earthy tones and intricate three-dimensional structure make it a wonderful addition to any collection, particularly for those who appreciate unusual mineral associations and crystal habits.
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Note: These are real and natural products, and so might have some flaws or imperfections. We have done our best to pick the best pieces available, but nature is often imperfectly perfect. Therefore, please only make the purchase if you are alright with this.
About this Specimen:
52 × 38 × 32mm (not including base dimensions)
87.4g (including base)
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Epidote is a calcium aluminium iron silicate mineral, best known for its distinctive pistachio-green to olive-green colour and elongated, striated crystals. Byssolite, meanwhile, is a fine, fibrous variety of actinolite that can occur as delicate, hair-like inclusions within quartz.
This striking specimen from Imilchil, Morocco, features an intricate arrangement of lustrous, olive-green epidote crystals forming radiating sprays and fan-like clusters. Contrasting beautifully against the epidote are translucent to milky quartz crystals, some displaying delicate internal inclusions associated with byssolite.
The combination of sharply textured epidote, contrasting quartz, and complex crystal growth creates a visually captivating specimen. Its rich earthy tones and intricate three-dimensional structure make it a wonderful addition to any collection, particularly for those who appreciate unusual mineral associations and crystal habits.
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Note: These are real and natural products, and so might have some flaws or imperfections. We have done our best to pick the best pieces available, but nature is often imperfectly perfect. Therefore, please only make the purchase if you are alright with this.
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