Large Bikitaite xl (rare Li-zeolite)

Foote Mine, Cleveland Co., North Carolina
Thumbnail, 2.7 x 0.4 x 0.1 cm
Start Time: 09/20/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 09/26/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Bikitaite is a rare Li-rich Zeolite Group species, found at only three localities worldwide! The well-known Foot Mine pegmatie is famous for a variety of rare phosphates and silicates. Single blades of bikitaite over 1.5 cm are exceptional and rare. This beautiful huge blade is over 2.5 cm tall! It has the high waxy luster and gemminess so desired in the species, and not seen in this size. Often, they are micros. A superb and important thumbnail. valued $250

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