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Apophyllite on Prehnite pseudomorphs after Laumontite from Bombay Quarry, Mumbai (Bombay), Maharastra, India

 
Apophyllite on Prehnite pseudomorphs after Laumontite from Bombay Quarry, Mumbai (Bombay), Maharastra, India

Apophyllite on Prehnite pseudomorphs after Laumontite from Bombay Quarry, Mumbai (Bombay), Maharastra, India

DESCRIPTION:No. 50105
Mineral:Apophyllite on Prehnite pseudomorphs after Laumontite
Locality:Bombay Quarry, Mumbai (Bombay), Maharastra, India
Description:Translucent pale-green prehnite pseudomorphs after elongated laumontite crystals to 40 mm long with overgrowth of pseudocubic colorless apophyllite crystals to 11 mm. The apophyllite crystals have striated prism faces and pearly luster on terminations. Ex. Peter B. Nalle (1923-2010) collection
Overall Size:10x7x4 cm
Crystals:1-11 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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