{"product_id":"golden-cubic-apophyllite-with-needle-barite-maharashtra-india-1-09-lbs","title":"Golden Cubic Apophyllite with Needle Barite – Maharashtra, India – 1.09 lbs","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"383\"\u003eThis exceptional \u003cstrong data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eGolden Cubic Apophyllite with Needle Barite from Maharashtra, India\u003c\/strong\u003e weighs \u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"215\"\u003e1.09 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e and measures approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"265\"\u003e6 in x 4 in x 3 in\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a striking combination of lustrous golden apophyllite crystals and delicate needle-like barite formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eThe specimen showcases beautifully developed \u003cstrong data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"460\"\u003ecubic apophyllite crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e with a warm golden coloration that catches and reflects light across the crystal faces. Contrasting the geometric crystal structure are fine sprays of \u003cstrong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eneedle barite\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating an elegant balance between bold crystal architecture and delicate mineral growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eThe combination of golden apophyllite and barite is highly aesthetic, offering exceptional visual texture and dimension from every viewing angle. The interplay between the reflective cubic crystals and the intricate needle formations creates a display specimen with outstanding collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eCollected from the famous zeolite deposits of Maharashtra, India, this specimen represents one of the unique mineral associations that have made the region world-renowned among mineral collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rixnr2\" data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eMaterial: Golden Apophyllite with Barite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cr1fl7\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eOrigin: Maharashtra, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kinuex\" data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eWeight: 1.09 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kzjp5j\" data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eDimensions: Approx. 6” x 4” x 3”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ofjbf\" data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eGolden cubic apophyllite crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ul52i5\" data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eDelicate needle barite formations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nkl3qo\" data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eNatural mineral association\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ubifb0\" data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eExcellent display specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"50ug38\" data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eExact piece shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eMineralogical Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eApophyllite is a hydrated potassium calcium silicate mineral known for its highly reflective crystal faces and exceptional luster. Barite is a barium sulfate mineral that commonly forms bladed or needle-like crystals. The contrast between these two crystal habits creates highly collectible mineral specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eCollector Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eApophyllite specimens featuring associated barite are considerably less common than standard apophyllite clusters. Well-formed cubic crystals paired with aesthetic needle barite make this a desirable specimen for collectors of Indian zeolites and unusual mineral associations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003eCarefully packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eExact item shown.\u003cbr data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eWe back every purchase. 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