Scolecite from Nashik, Nashik District, Nashik Division, Maharashtra, India - image 1
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Scolecite from Nashik, Nashik District, Nashik Division, Maharashtra, India

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FeaturesScolecite forms in clusters of sharp, prismatic, “needle-like” points, which often radiate outward from a source, or, alternatively, criss-cross with each other to form sculptures that are truly a natural art form. Scolecite is mainly found in India, although there are also deposits of white scolecite in Icelan

Product details

SpeciesScolecite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions17.8 x 15.2 cm
Weight1050 grams
Added on10/28/2024

Current owner

Unknown Owner
Acquired
Aug 2026
Price paid
$550.00

Previous owners

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Superb MineralsNot disclosed

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Scolecite
Mineral guide
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a calcium zeolite famed for acicular sprays and starburst clusters, pinkish hues; formed in volcanic basalts, prized by zeolite collectors.
Scolecite
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Scolecite from Nashik
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Nashik
Nashik, India — Deccan Trap basalt pockets yield apophyllite, stilbite, scolecite, calcite, powellite; coveted by collectors for sharp, well-formed crystals.