Drusy Quartz "arch" & Apophyllite

Item Description

An amazing, curved, natural "arch" stalactite of drusy quartz studded with gem-like, apophyllite crystals from recent finds at Jalgaon. Many of the water-clear apophyllites are doubly terminated. The sparkly, translucent, stalactite is tinted green, probably by chlorite. Complete all-around and nearly pristine, a trivial bit of barely noticeable periphery wear is noted at the top of the arch. This is certainly one of the most unusual and stunning stalactites, that I have seen from anywhere in India. Very weird crystal growth chemistry here.