Specimen #1974

Name: Drusy Quartz "arch" & Apophyllite

Type: Mineral

Locality: Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India

Favorite? N

Fluorescent? N

Size: 8.4 x 6.1 x 3.0 cm

Weight: 335

Acquired: 2010-06-05

Source: Arkenstone Auction

Label: N

Comment: An amazing, curved, natural "arch" stalactite of drusy quartz studded with gem-like, apophyllite crystals from recent finds at Jalgaon. Many of the water-clear apophyllites are doubly terminated. The sparkly, translucent, stalactite is tinted green, probably by chlorite. Complete all-around and nearly pristine, a trivial bit of barely noticeable periphery wear is noted at the top of the arch. This is certainly one of the most unusual and stunning stalactites, that I have seen from anywhere in India. Very weird crystal growth chemistry here.

Minerals: Apophyllite Quartz (SiO₂)

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Drusy Quartz "arch" & Apophyllite, Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India - 8.4 x 6.1 x 3.0 cm

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Drusy Quartz "arch" & Apophyllite, Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India

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Drusy Quartz "arch" & Apophyllite, Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India