Apophyllite Crystals on Matrix

Apophyllite Crystals on Matrix from Prospect Park Quarry, Prospect Park, Passaic County, New Jersey

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Pristine specimen of colorless Apophyllite crystals up to 10 mm of reddish Quartz crystals up to 5 mm. The red color of the Quartz is due to Limonite coating alternate faces of the Quartz (due to piezoelectric effect). R. Drift paid $140! Ex. Robert Drift collection.

Locality

Prospect Park Quarry, Prospect Park, Passaic County, New Jersey

Dimensions

8 x 6 x 4 cm.


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