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Titanite var. Sphene (twinned crystals) from Arondu, Basha Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

 
Titanite var. Sphene (twinned crystals) from Arondu, Basha Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

DESCRIPTION:No. 24749
Mineral:Titanite var. Sphene (twinned crystals)
Locality:Arondu, Basha Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Description:Translucent, green crystals of titanite (variety sphene). There are at least three twinned crystals visible. The rear exterior surface has a salt-and-pepper appearance due to surface inclusions.
Overall Size:17x11x6 mm
Crystals:3-16 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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