Wow! Gigantic

Wow! Giant, fully formed scapolite Scapolite is a fascinating mineral known for its rare fluorescence and impressive size. Here is a description for your cited specimen: Crystal properties: • Weight: 727 grams • Size: 16 cm x 5.5 cm x 5.5 cm • locality: Badakhshan, Afghanistan – a region known for its high-quality gems and minerals. Optical appearance: • Color: Scapolite can occur in various colors, but it often shows yellowish, purplish, or colorless tones. Some pieces also exhibit subtle color gradations. • Transparency: The mineral can range from translucent to transparent, depending on purity. • Fluorescence: Under UV light, scapolite exhibits a striking fluorescent glow, making it especially attractive to collectors. Geological significance: Scapolite is a metamorphic mineral that often occurs in gneisses and slates. It forms through complex chemical processes in high-temperature and high-pressure environments. The occurrence in Badakhshan attests to the region’s rich geological resources. Uniqueness: A crystal of such size and a weight of 727 g is exceptional and underscores the rarity and collector value of the piece. The fluorescence enhances its aesthetic appeal, particularly for displays or as a highlight in a mineral collection.

Estimate:£338.46

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