Apophyllite (large) with Chabazite (Whitmore Coll.)

Siusi Alp, Gardena Valley, Bolzano Province, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
Miniature, 6.2 x 3.6 x 2.4 cm
Start Time: 04/15/2011 7:00:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 04/21/2011 6:31:59 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A very large for the well-known Italian locality tabular apophyllite crystal is jauntily set on a matrix plate covered with blocky chabazite rhombs. The 3.0 cm glassy crystal has great sharp form, has a pleasing yellow tint and is water-clear and pristine. Very fine combination material for this locale. Ex Robert Whitmore Collection. RARE

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