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Orthoclase

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Classic Italian specimen consisting of a prismatic crystal of orthoclase without matrix. In good condition.

Product details

Species
OrthoclaseAbout Orthoclase →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.6 x 1.3 x 1.1 cm
Added on08/22/2025
Locality
Italy, Piedmont, BavenoRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
09/2025Unknown Owner$43.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
Learn about Orthoclase
classic potassium feldspar with colors from colorless to pink; famed for Carlsbad, Baveno and Manebach twins and Alpine adularia in clefts.
Orthoclase
Regional guide
Orthoclase from Baveno, Italy
from Baveno, Italy: cream to pink crystals with crisp twins and porcelain luster, prized for architectural geometry and quarry heritage.