Schorl with Fluorapatite, Quartz
specimen number:
1647155
location:
Dasso, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
description:
A grouping of large lustrous black striated schorl crystals, this hosting a cluster of thick colorless slightly translucent lustrous fluorapatite crystals, the largest measuring to 3.0 cm in length. Quartz is present as well. This is in good condition all around. The fluorapatite crystals are brightly fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light. Previously in the collection of Rock Currier.
Size: 11.0 x 8.0 x 8.0 cm (cabinet)
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