{"product_id":"chalcedony-and-barite-stalactite-with-cubic-apophyllite-maharashtra-india-0-12-lbs","title":"Chalcedony and Barite Stalactite with Cubic Apophyllite – Maharashtra, India – 0.12 lbs","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"350\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautiful and highly aesthetic association featuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"206\"\u003esharp cubic Apophyllite crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e perched atop a delicate \u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"278\"\u003eChalcedony and Barite stalactitic formation\u003c\/strong\u003e from the famous Deccan Trap zeolite deposits of \u003cstrong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"349\"\u003eMaharashtra, India\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eThe specimen displays translucent, glassy apophyllite crystals with crisp cubic habits resting on a textured landscape of pale cream chalcedony and fine barite stalactitic growth. Adding further character are subtle dark green mineral inclusions visible within the chalcedony, creating natural contrast against the sparkling crystal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eThe combination of cubic apophyllite, sugary chalcedony druse, and stalactitic barite growth produces a specimen with exceptional texture and depth that rewards close examination from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\" data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1khbrtq\" data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cubic Apophyllite on Chalcedony \u0026amp; Barite Stalactite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rx32t2\" data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maharashtra, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qv9i0o\" data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.12 lbs (54 grams)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9n9jxd\" data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 1 × 2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zgr3fe\" data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lcjj38\" data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eExact specimen shown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1q209ma\" data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eAbout the Minerals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eThis specimen formed within ancient basalt cavities of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eDeccan Traps\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the world's premier localities for zeolite minerals. Silica-rich fluids first deposited layers of chalcedony before barite developed in delicate stalactitic growths. Later hydrothermal activity produced the transparent cubic apophyllite crystals that now crown the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eThe result is a multi-stage mineral association that documents several generations of crystal growth within the same cavity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1punl39\" data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eThe sharply defined cubic apophyllite crystals contrast beautifully with the soft, sparkling chalcedony and intricate barite stalactites. Natural green inclusions within the chalcedony add individuality, ensuring no two specimens are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eThis is an excellent collector specimen that showcases several classic Deccan Trap mineralization stages in a compact display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eEvery order is backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. 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