Natural Apophyllite with Stilbite Crystal Cluster – 30 g

This natural Apophyllite with Stilbite specimen features a dense cluster of clear to translucent white Apophyllite crystals associated with creamy-white to pale honey Stilbite growth. The Apophyllite displays numerous sharp crystal faces with bright vitreous luster and attractive transparency, while elongated cream-colored Stilbite crystals are intergrown through the cluster. The combination of sparkling Apophyllite and warm-toned Stilbite creates a compact and detailed natural zeolite specimen.

Product Details

• Mineral: Apophyllite with Stilbite
• Formation: Natural zeolite crystal cluster
• Color: Clear, white, translucent, cream and pale honey
• Crystal Habit: Well-defined Apophyllite crystals with associated elongated and bladed Stilbite growth
• Weight: 30 g
• Size: 3 × 6 cm
• SKU: MTX-B157-N849
• Condition: Natural mineral specimen

Mineral Features

• Natural Apophyllite crystal growth
• Clear to translucent white crystals
• Bright vitreous luster and reflective crystal faces
• Associated cream to pale honey Stilbite
• Elongated and bladed Stilbite formations
• Fine intergrown zeolite crystal texture
• Attractive natural color contrast
• Intricate crystal cluster formation
• Compact collector-size specimen
• Unique one-of-a-kind natural mineral
• Suitable for mineral collectors and zeolite enthusiasts
• Ideal for display and collection

Geological Note

Apophyllite and Stilbite are commonly associated zeolite-group minerals found in cavities and fractures of volcanic rocks. Apophyllite often forms transparent to translucent crystals with well-defined faces, while Stilbite commonly develops as elongated, radiating, fan-shaped, or bladed aggregates. These minerals form from mineral-rich hydrothermal fluids circulating through volcanic rock cavities over geological time.

Please Note: Natural mineral specimens may naturally contain variations in color, crystal formation, transparency, texture, inclusions, fractures, cavities, chips, luster, and matrix. Each specimen is naturally formed and may differ slightly from the photographed piece.