{"product_id":"massive-apophyllite-crystal-with-secondary-apophyllite-maharashtra-india-0-25-lbs","title":"Massive Apophyllite Crystal with Secondary Apophyllite – Maharashtra, India – 0.25 lbs","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"75\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMassive Apophyllite Crystal with Secondary Apophyllite – Maharashtra, India\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eAn extraordinary Apophyllite Crystal Formation from Maharashtra, India, dominated by one exceptionally thick, architectural crystal covered with numerous smaller generations of apophyllite. The oversized central crystal creates a commanding vertical silhouette, while the secondary crystals add depth, sparkle, and fascinating evidence of continued mineral growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eThe primary crystal displays a pale icy-green to nearly colorless appearance with broad, glassy faces and visible internal textures. Across its surfaces and upper termination, smaller transparent to translucent apophyllite crystals emerge in clusters, creating a dramatic “crystals growing upon a crystal” formation. Several of these secondary crystals are sharply defined and highly reflective, contrasting beautifully with the immense central point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eFine microcrystalline growth, natural iron-toned accents, and areas of dark green mineralized matrix remain visible along portions of the specimen. These contrasting features preserve its natural geological character and emphasize how multiple mineralizing events occurred within the original volcanic cavity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eMeasuring approximately 1.5 × 1.5 × 4.25 inches and weighing 0.25 pounds, this tall and unusually substantial apophyllite formation offers exceptional cabinet presence. Its combination of monumental crystal size, secondary crystallization, pale coloration, and complex surface detail makes it especially appealing for advanced collectors of Indian zeolites and Deccan Traps minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eMineral: Apophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eFormation: Massive primary crystal with secondary apophyllite growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eLocality: Maharashtra, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003eWeight: 0.25 lbs (approximately 113 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eDimensions: Approximately 1.5 × 1.5 × 4.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003eColor: Pale icy green to nearly colorless with white, earthy, and dark green accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eCrystal Habit: Thick prismatic primary crystal with numerous smaller secondary crystals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003eLuster: Vitreous to pearly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eTransparency: Transparent to translucent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eCrystal System: Tetragonal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003eCondition: Natural mineral specimen with naturally occurring inclusions, contacts, and surface textures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003eDisplay: Tall collector-quality cabinet specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003eExact specimen shown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003eAbout Apophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003eApophyllite is the commonly used collector name for a group of hydrated potassium-calcium silicate minerals frequently found within cavities in volcanic basalt. Many specimens from Maharashtra are fluorapophyllite-(K), although precise species-level identification requires appropriate analytical testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003eApophyllite is celebrated for its brilliant glass-like luster, transparent to translucent crystals, and distinctive tetragonal crystal forms. Crystals may occur as sharply terminated prisms, blocky formations, pyramidal points, or complex clusters. Its basal cleavage can produce pearly internal reflections that enhance its luminous appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"3316\"\u003eMaharashtra’s Deccan Traps represent one of the world’s most famous sources of fine apophyllite and associated secondary minerals. Ancient lava flows cooled with gas cavities trapped inside the basalt. Later, mineral-rich fluids circulated through these openings and deposited apophyllite, stilbite, heulandite, calcite, chalcedony, and other minerals over successive stages of crystallization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3318\" data-end=\"3576\"\u003eThis specimen’s smaller apophyllite crystals growing across a much larger central crystal record more than one episode of mineral deposition. That layered growth history gives the piece both exceptional visual complexity and considerable geological interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3578\" data-end=\"3593\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003eThis specimen features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3620\" data-end=\"4232\"\u003eexceptionally massive central apophyllite crystal\u003cbr data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"3672\"\u003enumerous smaller apophyllite crystals growing across the primary point\u003cbr data-start=\"3742\" data-end=\"3745\"\u003epale icy-green to nearly colorless appearance\u003cbr data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3793\"\u003ebroad, reflective crystal faces\u003cbr data-start=\"3824\" data-end=\"3827\"\u003ehighly dimensional secondary crystallization\u003cbr data-start=\"3871\" data-end=\"3874\"\u003emultiple visible generations of mineral growth\u003cbr data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"3923\"\u003econtrasting microcrystalline and mineralized matrix areas\u003cbr data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"3983\"\u003enatural iron-toned accents and inclusions\u003cbr data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4027\"\u003eimpressive vertical display presence\u003cbr data-start=\"4063\" data-end=\"4066\"\u003ematerial from Maharashtra’s renowned Deccan Traps\u003cbr data-start=\"4115\" data-end=\"4118\"\u003eunusual “crystals upon a crystal” architecture\u003cbr data-start=\"4164\" data-end=\"4167\"\u003eone-of-a-kind natural mineral formation\u003cbr data-start=\"4206\" data-end=\"4209\"\u003eexact specimen pictured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4234\" data-end=\"4490\"\u003ePerfect for collectors of apophyllite, Indian zeolites, Maharashtra minerals, Deccan Traps specimens, large crystal points, secondary-growth crystals, pale green minerals, volcanic cavity minerals, architectural specimens, and exceptional cabinet displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4492\" data-end=\"4542\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4544\" data-end=\"4586\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4588\" data-end=\"4723\"\u003eEvery order is backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. 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