Specimen #2581

Name: Epistilbite

Type: Mineral

Locality: Nasik, Maharashtra State, India

Favorite? N

Fluorescent? N

Size: 7 x 6.5 x 4.5 cm

Weight:

Acquired: 2022-06-24

Source: Marin Minerals Auction

Label: N

Comment: Translucent, globular masses of Epistilbite lining an open vug in basalt. The specimen was carved out of solid basalt leaving the vug intact. Epistilbite is one of the more rare zeolites from India and not often seen for sale. The base is carved flat for perfect display.

Minerals: Epistilbite (CaAl₂Si₆O_{16 5}(H₂O))

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