{"product_id":"white-stilbite-on-iron-stained-chalcedony-maharashtra-india-100-grams","title":"White Stilbite on Iron-Stained Chalcedony – Maharashtra, India – 100 grams","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1127\" data-start=\"800\"\u003eAn unusual White Stilbite on Iron-Stained Chalcedony specimen from Maharashtra, India, featuring a substantial rounded zeolite formation supported by translucent brown chalcedony. Mounted upright on a custom display base, the specimen presents two distinctly different appearances and reveals multiple stages of mineral growth.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1457\" data-start=\"1129\"\u003eThe display face is dominated by creamy white to pale ivory stilbite arranged in densely intergrown, radiating blades. Overlapping crystal groups create rounded fan-like and sheaf-like formations with a softly pearly luster. Under direct lighting, translucent edges reveal subtle internal structure and warm golden illumination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1841\" data-start=\"1459\"\u003eThe reverse exposes translucent gray-brown chalcedony marked by rusty orange and dark iron-rich inclusions. Its irregular lobes, recessed areas, and crystal-shaped contours suggest that the silica developed around earlier mineral growth. Although the specimen has a pseudomorphic or cast-like appearance, confirming complete mineral replacement would require analytical examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2210\" data-start=\"1843\"\u003eMaharashtra’s Deccan Traps are internationally recognized for associations of stilbite, heulandite, chalcedony, apophyllite, calcite, and other secondary minerals formed inside ancient volcanic cavities. Both stilbite and heulandite commonly occur alongside chalcedony within these basalt-hosted deposits. \u003cbr\u003eMeasuring approximately 2 × 2 × 3.5 inches and weighing 100 grams, this compact mounted specimen offers excellent height and considerable visual interest. Its luminous white stilbite, translucent iron-stained chalcedony, contrasting textures, and dramatically different front and reverse make it a distinctive collector display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2559\" data-start=\"2542\" data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2595\" data-start=\"2561\"\u003eMinerals: Stilbite with Chalcedony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2625\" data-start=\"2597\"\u003eLocality: Maharashtra, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2669\" data-start=\"2627\"\u003eWeight: 100 grams (approximately 0.22 lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2715\" data-start=\"2671\"\u003eDimensions: Approximately 2 × 2 × 3.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2796\" data-start=\"2717\"\u003eColor: Creamy white, pale ivory, translucent gray-brown, orange, and dark brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2871\" data-start=\"2798\"\u003eCrystal Habit: Radiating bladed stilbite in rounded sheaf-like aggregates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2873\"\u003eLuster: Pearly to vitreous stilbite with waxy-to-glassy chalcedony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3019\" data-start=\"2941\"\u003eTransparency: Translucent to opaque stilbite with translucent chalcedony areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3084\" data-start=\"3021\"\u003eMatrix: Iron-stained chalcedony with natural mineral inclusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3170\" data-start=\"3086\"\u003eFormation: Multistage zeolite and silica association with cast-like surface features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3232\" data-start=\"3172\"\u003eMounting: Affixed to a custom display base produced in-house\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3342\" data-start=\"3234\"\u003eCondition: Natural mineral specimen with inherent contacts, inclusions, irregularities, and mineral staining\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3392\" data-start=\"3344\"\u003eDisplay: Upright thumbnail-to-miniature specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3414\" data-start=\"3394\"\u003eExact specimen shown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3448\" data-start=\"3416\" data-section-id=\"132y5lz\"\u003eAbout Stilbite and Chalcedony\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3783\" data-start=\"3450\"\u003eStilbite is a hydrated aluminosilicate belonging to the zeolite group. It commonly forms flattened blades, radiating sheaves, rounded fans, and characteristic bowtie-like aggregates. Its pearly luster and softly curved crystal groupings distinguish it from the more tabular or coffin-shaped habit commonly associated with heulandite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4128\" data-start=\"3785\"\u003eChalcedony is a microcrystalline silica material composed predominantly of extremely fine intergrowths of quartz and moganite. It may form as coatings, cavity linings, rounded masses, stalactites, and mineral casts. Iron-bearing inclusions and surface coatings can produce the amber, orange, and dark brown coloration visible on this specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4387\" data-start=\"4130\"\u003eA pseudomorph forms when one mineral replaces another while preserving the original mineral’s external shape. This specimen displays suggestive cast-like contours, but its precise growth sequence cannot be established conclusively through photographs alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4407\" data-start=\"4389\" data-section-id=\"1punl39\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4432\" data-start=\"4409\"\u003eThis specimen features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5087\" data-start=\"4434\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4467\" data-start=\"4434\" data-section-id=\"aa66m5\"\u003eCreamy white radiating stilbite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4520\" data-start=\"4468\" data-section-id=\"1tm7fz4\"\u003eRounded sheaf-like and fan-like crystal aggregates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4565\" data-start=\"4521\" data-section-id=\"1q5nsmq\"\u003ePearly reflections across the display face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4625\" data-start=\"4566\" data-section-id=\"awt676\"\u003eTranslucent crystal edges with warm internal illumination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4676\" data-start=\"4626\" data-section-id=\"1k2q7oo\"\u003eContrasting gray-brown chalcedony on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4723\" data-start=\"4677\" data-section-id=\"1ez42wc\"\u003eNatural orange and dark iron-rich inclusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4776\" data-start=\"4724\" data-section-id=\"11z46mf\"\u003eIrregular cast-like contours within the chalcedony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4821\" data-start=\"4777\" data-section-id=\"wjejcb\"\u003eEvidence of multiple mineralization stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4876\" data-start=\"4822\" data-section-id=\"1oc34d3\"\u003eDramatically different front and reverse appearances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4929\" data-start=\"4877\" data-section-id=\"10v577x\"\u003eClassic Maharashtra zeolite and silica association\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4969\" data-start=\"4930\" data-section-id=\"1obdbtw\"\u003eCustom display base produced in-house\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5019\" data-start=\"4970\" data-section-id=\"az4h6p\"\u003eCompact dimensions with strong upright presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5061\" data-start=\"5020\" data-section-id=\"1imxvvv\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind natural mineral formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5087\" data-start=\"5062\" data-section-id=\"1bmwm75\"\u003eExact specimen pictured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5312\" data-start=\"5089\"\u003ePerfect for collectors of stilbite, chalcedony, Indian zeolites, Maharashtra minerals, Deccan Traps specimens, mineral casts, pseudomorphic-looking formations, mounted specimens, and unusual multistage mineral associations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5364\" data-start=\"5314\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5408\" data-start=\"5366\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5545\" data-start=\"5410\"\u003eEvery order is backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. 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