{"product_id":"diamond-apophyllite-stalactite-formation-maharashtra-india-35-grams","title":"Diamond Apophyllite Stalactite Formation – Maharashtra, India – 35 grams","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"405\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA striking Diamond Apophyllite Stalactite Formation from Maharashtra, India, featuring a slender, naturally sculptural core densely covered with brilliant apophyllite crystals. Mounted upright for display, the formation rises into an elegant vertical silhouette that sparkles intensely beneath direct lighting.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eThe specimen displays a soft icy-green coloration with transparent to translucent crystalline growth across nearly its entire surface. Countless reflective crystal faces create the bright, diamond-like brilliance responsible for the popular collector term “Diamond Apophyllite.” Several larger crystals emerge from the fine crystalline coating, adding dimension and revealing the mineral’s characteristic glassy luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eIts elongated stalactitic habit records mineral growth within a protected cavity in ancient volcanic basalt. Mineral-rich fluids deposited apophyllite around a preexisting core over successive stages, gradually producing the densely crystallized formation visible today. Subtle natural inclusions and small areas of mineral residue preserve its authentic geological character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eMeasuring approximately 1 × 0.75 × 3 inches and weighing 35 grams, this compact specimen offers excellent height and visual impact. Its pale coloration, brilliant sparkle, and unusual formation make it an attractive addition to an apophyllite collection, India mineral display, or curated cabinet of crystallized stalactites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eMineral: Apophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eVariety\/Trade Name: Diamond Apophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eFormation: Crystallized stalactitic formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eLocality: Maharashtra, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eWeight: 35 grams (approximately 0.08 lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eDimensions: Approximately 1 × 0.75 × 3 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eColor: Pale icy green to nearly colorless\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eCrystal Habit: Transparent to translucent apophyllite crystals coating an elongated stalactitic core\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eLuster: Brilliant vitreous to pearly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eCrystal System: Tetragonal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003eCondition: Natural mineral specimen with naturally occurring inclusions and surface contacts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eMounting: Affixed to a display base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eDisplay: Upright collector specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003eExact specimen shown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eAbout Diamond Apophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eApophyllite is the commonly used collector name for a group of hydrated potassium-calcium silicate minerals frequently found within cavities in volcanic basalt. Many apophyllite specimens from Maharashtra are fluorapophyllite-(K), although precise species-level identification requires analytical testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003eThe name “Diamond Apophyllite” is a descriptive trade term referring to specimens with exceptional clarity, reflective crystal faces, and intense diamond-like sparkle. It does not indicate that the specimen contains natural diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003eApophyllite crystals are admired for their brilliant glassy luster, transparent to translucent appearance, and distinctive tetragonal forms. They may develop as sharply terminated prisms, blocky crystals, pyramidal points, drusy coatings, and crystallized stalactitic formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3383\"\u003eMaharashtra’s Deccan Traps are internationally renowned for producing exceptional apophyllite and associated secondary minerals. Gas cavities left within ancient basalt flows were later penetrated by mineral-rich fluids, allowing apophyllite, stilbite, heulandite, calcite, chalcedony, and other minerals to crystallize over successive geological stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3400\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3402\" data-end=\"3425\"\u003eThis specimen features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3427\" data-end=\"3945\"\u003enatural apophyllite from Maharashtra, India\u003cbr data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003eelongated stalactitic mineral formation\u003cbr data-start=\"3512\" data-end=\"3515\"\u003esoft icy-green to nearly colorless appearance\u003cbr data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3563\"\u003eintense diamond-like sparkle\u003cbr data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3594\"\u003edense coverage of transparent to translucent crystals\u003cbr data-start=\"3647\" data-end=\"3650\"\u003enumerous highly reflective crystal faces\u003cbr data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3693\"\u003eseveral larger crystals rising above the finer growth\u003cbr data-start=\"3746\" data-end=\"3749\"\u003ematerial from the renowned Deccan Traps\u003cbr data-start=\"3788\" data-end=\"3791\"\u003emounted upright for immediate display\u003cbr data-start=\"3828\" data-end=\"3831\"\u003ecompact size with impressive vertical presence\u003cbr data-start=\"3877\" data-end=\"3880\"\u003eone-of-a-kind natural mineral formation\u003cbr data-start=\"3919\" data-end=\"3922\"\u003eexact specimen pictured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"4203\"\u003ePerfect for collectors of apophyllite, Diamond Apophyllite, Indian zeolites, crystallized stalactites, Maharashtra minerals, Deccan Traps specimens, pale green crystals, mounted minerals, sparkling cabinet specimens, and unusual volcanic cavity formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4205\" data-end=\"4255\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4257\" data-end=\"4299\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4301\" data-end=\"4436\"\u003eEvery order is backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. 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