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Eudidymite specimens for sale
1 for sale · $2,000 USD
7 in the gallery
Eudidymite is a hydrated sodium beryllium silicate. It forms as small, delicate crystals and crusts with a vitreous to pearly luster, often presenting colorless to pale yellow hues. The mineral is typically associated with pegmatitic or hydrothermal environments where sodium, beryllium, and silica can concentrate, and it can occur in layered or platy habits that reflect its silicate framework. Notable specimens have come from locales in Malawi, Canada, Denmark, and Norway, where suitable alkaline igneous or metamorphic settings provide the conditions for crystal growth.
- Formula
- Na2Be2Si6O15 · H2O
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- Very High Interest
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Top localities
- Mount Malosa2 specimens
- Mount Malosa2 specimens
- Greenland1 specimen
- Vestfold1 specimen
- Poudrette Quarry1 specimen
About Eudidymite
Collectors value eudidymite for its rarity and its fine crystal forms, including thin, tabular crystals and compact aggregates that reveal the mineral’s delicate translucency. Its presence alongside other beryllium-bearing minerals often marks unusual geochemical environments, making well-documented specimens particularly sought after by micromount enthusiasts and mineral connoisseurs alike. While not common in the broader market, eudidymite specimens illustrate the diversity of hydrated silicates and the intricate textures that can arise in pegmatitic systems.
