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Scapolite

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A stunningly rich specimen of GEM PURPLE SCAPOLITE crystals from the amazing find in Afghanistan. Most of these you have seen have probably been single crystals, and not on matrix. There are dozens of crystals here, and many fine ones are grouped together in one area. They are absolutely pristine, lustrous and terminated gem crystals. The matrix has been sawn on the bottom to remove the specimen. The crystals measure to one centimeter in length.

Product details

SpeciesScapolite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.9 x 6.3 x 5.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
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tetragonal crystals in a broad color range (purple, yellow, pink, gray); notable for color varieties, UV fluorescence, and Grenville localities.
Scapolite
Regional guide
Scapolite from Badakhshan, Afghanistan
from Badakhshan, Afghanistan: lilac to violet prismatic crystals from Kokcha Valley–Sar-e-Sang, notable for fluorescence and tenebrescence, highly pr…