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Sillimanite

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Sillimanite is a high temperature and high pressure aluminum silicate found in high-grade regional metamorphic rocks. Lustrous, parallel-growth, olive-brown sillimanite crystals are embedded in schist matrix on this fine and rich toenail specimen from a very uncommon South Carolina locality. Seldom available in any size from this locale. Ex. Carlton Davis Collection.

Product details

SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.0 x 2.4 x 1.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed