Purple Scapolite in Matrix

Purple Scapolite in Matrix from Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan

Collection

Robert Lavinsky

Description

On a matrix of unterminated Scapolite crystals, is aesthetically perched a 4.5 cm terminated, translucent purplish-pink Scapolite crystal. Aside from the great aesthetics, it possesses a high degree of luster. Pieces like this are quite unusual for the species.

Locality

Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan

Dimensions

7.7 x 6.7 x 6.4 cm.


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