Quartz Crystal with Pumpellyite NBB 200

Harlequin quartz crystal with lovely hematite inclusions




Measurements:  42 x 15 x 15 mm

Description:  A clear quartz crystal with small pumpellyllite balls inside and on its surface. When tilted in light, two small rainbows can be seen - one in its termination, and one around midway in its shaft.         

The specimen has a few neat pressure marks and a flaw.     

Weight of Specimen:  14.1 g

Chemical Composition:  SiO (quartz) 
                                        Ca2MgAl2(Si2O7)(SiO4)(OH)2 · H2O  (pumpellyite)

Hardness on Mohs Scale:  (quartz) 7
                                           (pumpellyite) 5.5 - 6

Location:  Brandberg, Namibia.

Specimen Code:  NBB 200

US $ 18




 

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