Quartz-on-Feldspar
specimen number:
1951415
location:
Erongo Mtns., Namibia
description:
Very neat example showing a grouping of large blocky terminated what were once feldspar crystals, these now being replaced and hollowed out by crystallized quartz. The quartz is preferentially oriented and is black due to schorl. Measures 10.5 x 9.5 x 5.0 cm and complete all-around. In very good condition. Known as Gitter Quartz. Shipping weight: 0.63 pounds.
Size: 10.5 x 9.5 x 5.0 cm (cabinet)
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