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Prehnite

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Prehnite casts after Anhydrite (sometimes called "fingers" or "snakeheads"). This specimen consists of spherical aggregates of "water green" color Prehnite forming casts after Anhydrite. The casts are very distinct, showing orthorhombic, striated form. Ex. Richard Kosnar Collection.

Product details

SpeciesPrehnite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.8 x 7.5 x 3.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Prehnite
Mineral guide
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apple- to mint-green crystals and sculptural botryoidal/rosette forms; a calcium aluminum silicate formed in low-temp hydrothermal environments.
Regional guide
Prehnite from Upper New Street Quarry
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