Gorgeous Green Apophyllite Bow-Tie with Stilbite on Basalt Matrix
Beautiful green apophyllite bow tie cluster & stilbite sheaf crystals on basalt matrix.
Green apophyllite bow ties are a type of mineral formation that consists of green apophyllite crystals arranged in a symmetrical shape resembling a bow tie. They are often found with other minerals such as stilbite and mordenite, which add color and texture to the specimen. Green apophyllite bow ties are prized by collectors for their luster, sparkle and unique shape. They originate from the Maharashtra region in India, where they are formed in volcanic rocks. The name apophyllite comes from the Greek word for "leaf", because the crystals tend to peel off when heated. Green apophyllite bow ties are said to have healing properties that cleanse and balance the heart chakra energy.
From Jalgaon, N Maharashtra, India
Size: 53 x 44 x 17 mm. 20 grams
Beautiful green apophyllite bow tie cluster & stilbite sheaf crystals on basalt matrix.
Green apophyllite bow ties are a type of mineral formation that consists of green apophyllite crystals arranged in a symmetrical shape resembling a bow tie. They are often found with other minerals such as stilbite and mordenite, which add color and texture to the specimen. Green apophyllite bow ties are prized by collectors for their luster, sparkle and unique shape. They originate from the Maharashtra region in India, where they are formed in volcanic rocks. The name apophyllite comes from the Greek word for "leaf", because the crystals tend to peel off when heated. Green apophyllite bow ties are said to have healing properties that cleanse and balance the heart chakra energy.
From Jalgaon, N Maharashtra, India
Size: 53 x 44 x 17 mm. 20 grams
Beautiful green apophyllite bow tie cluster & stilbite sheaf crystals on basalt matrix.
Green apophyllite bow ties are a type of mineral formation that consists of green apophyllite crystals arranged in a symmetrical shape resembling a bow tie. They are often found with other minerals such as stilbite and mordenite, which add color and texture to the specimen. Green apophyllite bow ties are prized by collectors for their luster, sparkle and unique shape. They originate from the Maharashtra region in India, where they are formed in volcanic rocks. The name apophyllite comes from the Greek word for "leaf", because the crystals tend to peel off when heated. Green apophyllite bow ties are said to have healing properties that cleanse and balance the heart chakra energy.
From Jalgaon, N Maharashtra, India
Size: 53 x 44 x 17 mm. 20 grams
