{"product_id":"scolecite-crystal-formation-maharashtra-india-32-grams","title":"Scolecite Crystal Formation – Maharashtra, India – 32 grams","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"393\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn elegant Scolecite Crystal Formation from Maharashtra, India, featuring a tall, tightly intergrown bundle of slender white to translucent crystals. Mounted upright for display, the specimen forms a striking vertical silhouette with stepped crystal growth and fine parallel striations running along its length.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eThe formation displays the classic bladed-to-fibrous habit associated with scolecite. Individual crystals emerge at varying heights around the dominant central structure, creating layered architectural detail and reflective surfaces that produce a soft silky-to-vitreous glow under direct lighting. The specimen ranges from milky white to translucent, with subtle natural cream and earthy accents near its base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eSeveral crystal ends show natural contacts and incomplete terminations consistent with the specimen’s original growth environment and extraction from its host rock. These features preserve its authentic geological character while allowing the elongated crystal habit and internal translucency to remain the visual focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eMeasuring approximately 1 × 0.5 × 3.25 inches and weighing 32 grams, this slender mounted specimen offers impressive height for its compact footprint. It is well suited for a mineral cabinet, desk display, educational collection, or curated arrangement of Indian zeolite minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eMineral: Scolecite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eMineral Group: Zeolite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eFormation: Intergrown bladed crystal formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eLocality: Maharashtra, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eWeight: 32 grams (approximately 0.07 lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eDimensions: Approximately 1 × 0.5 × 3.25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eColor: White to translucent with subtle cream and earthy accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eCrystal Habit: Elongated bladed-to-fibrous intergrown crystals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eLuster: Silky to vitreous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eTransparency: Translucent to opaque\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003eCrystal System: Monoclinic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003eCondition: Natural mineral specimen with naturally occurring contacts and incomplete terminations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003eMounting: Affixed to a display base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eDisplay: Upright collector specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003eExact specimen shown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eAbout Scolecite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003eScolecite is a hydrated calcium aluminosilicate mineral belonging to the zeolite group. Its chemical formula is commonly written as CaAl₂Si₃O₁₀·3H₂O. It is best known for forming slender prismatic or bladed crystals, radiating sprays, fibrous aggregates, and tightly intergrown bundles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003eThe name scolecite comes from the Greek word \u003cem data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eskolex\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “worm,” referring to the mineral’s tendency to curl when heated. Although it may resemble natrolite or mesolite, scolecite has a distinct chemical composition and crystal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2989\"\u003eMaharashtra’s Deccan Traps are internationally renowned for producing exceptional zeolite minerals. Ancient basaltic lava flows cooled with gas cavities trapped within them. Later, mineral-rich fluids circulated through these openings and deposited scolecite, apophyllite, stilbite, heulandite, calcite, chalcedony, and other secondary minerals over successive geological stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3200\"\u003eBecause scolecite has perfect cleavage and relatively delicate elongated crystals, specimens should be handled carefully and displayed where they will be protected from impacts, pressure, and repeated contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3217\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3242\"\u003eThis specimen features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3244\" data-end=\"3757\"\u003enatural scolecite from Maharashtra, India\u003cbr data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3288\"\u003etall intergrown crystal formation\u003cbr data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3324\"\u003eclassic white-to-translucent coloration\u003cbr data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3366\"\u003eelongated bladed-to-fibrous crystal habit\u003cbr data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3410\"\u003efine parallel surface striations\u003cbr data-start=\"3442\" data-end=\"3445\"\u003elayered and stepped crystal architecture\u003cbr data-start=\"3485\" data-end=\"3488\"\u003esoft silky-to-vitreous luster\u003cbr data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3520\"\u003enatural contacts and incomplete terminations\u003cbr data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3567\"\u003ematerial from the renowned Deccan Traps\u003cbr data-start=\"3606\" data-end=\"3609\"\u003emounted upright for immediate display\u003cbr data-start=\"3646\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003ecompact footprint with impressive height\u003cbr data-start=\"3689\" data-end=\"3692\"\u003eone-of-a-kind natural mineral formation\u003cbr data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3734\"\u003eexact specimen pictured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3759\" data-end=\"4005\"\u003ePerfect for collectors of scolecite, Indian zeolites, Maharashtra minerals, Deccan Traps specimens, white minerals, bladed crystals, fibrous mineral formations, mounted specimens, educational geology displays, and collectible minerals from India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4007\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4101\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4103\" data-end=\"4238\"\u003eEvery order is backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. 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