Description
This specimen displays the uncommon tabular habit of apophyllite, with a thick, intergrown, sharply defined tabular crystal and excellent clarity. Minor internal and external celadonite inclusions. Beautiful, crystal-clear window into this piece. This piece also contains tiny dark‑to‑green micro‑inclusions typical of Maharashtra crystal pockets — natural celadonite‑rich or iron‑oxide–bearing grains trapped during crystal growth. Crystal is growth-interrupted (not fractured) where the piece was connected to the pocket.
Features:
- Thick, well‑developed tabular apophyllite crystal
- High clarity with crisp, reflective faces
- Classic apophyllite striations on the edge crystal faces
- Minor celadonite
- Natural dark green micro‑inclusions from the pocket environment
- Sourced from Nashik, Maharashtra, India
- 22x20x10 mm and 6g