Nepheline With Schorlomite Garnet
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A rare combination of superb sharp nepheline crystals nestled in matrix of minute schorlomite (a rare garnet family member): Nestled aesthetically in a vug are sharp hexagonal prisms, to 2 cm in length, of the uncommon sodium, potassium silicate, nepheline. The crystals are a light tan color and are textbook sharp. In addition, there are a few, very lustrous, black, partially terminated crystals of a rare member of the garnet family, schorlomite.
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.8 x 6.0 x 4.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMorocco, High-Atlas Mountains
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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