Quartz Pseudo After Riebeckite
Collection
John Betts - Fine Minerals
Description
Large vein of Tiger's Eye with bands of golden color. Tiger's Eye is caused by Quartz pseudomorphs after fibrous Crocidolite crystals with wavy, chatoyant reflections and luster. Large specimens like this have many lapidary uses for carving and jewelry.
Locality
Headwaters of the Orange River, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Dimensions
14 x 8 x 6 cm.
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