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Scapolite (Marialite-Meionite) 3 pieces gem rough from Pamir Mountains, Badakshan, Afghanistan

 
Scapolite (Marialite-Meionite) 3 pieces gem rough from Pamir Mountains, Badakshan, Afghanistan

Scapolite (Marialite-Meionite) 3 pieces gem rough from Pamir Mountains, Badakshan, Afghanistan

Scapolite (Marialite-Meionite) 3 pieces gem rough from Pamir Mountains, Badakshan, Afghanistan

Scapolite (Marialite-Meionite) 3 pieces gem rough from Pamir Mountains, Badakshan, Afghanistan

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Scapolite (Marialite-Meionite) 3 pieces gem rough from Pamir Mountains, Badakshan, Afghanistan

Photo below under longwave ultraviolet illumination:
Scapolite (Marialite-Meionite) 3 pieces gem rough from Pamir Mountains, Badakshan, Afghanistan

DESCRIPTION:No. 79136
Mineral:Scapolite (Marialite-Meionite) 3 pieces gem rough
Locality:Pamir Mountains, Badakshan, Afghanistan
Description:Three partial crystals of purple and golden scapolite with internal gemmy areas suitable for lapidary use. These specimens are commonly labeled simply as scapolite (a group name), and are either the species marialite (Na-rich) or meionite (Ca-rich). fluoresces red under SW UV and yellow under LW UV illumination. Total weight: 23.2 grams
Overall Size:17-24 mm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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