Pink Apophyllite Deccan Traps Maharashtra India | 60g

Pink Fluorapophyllite-(K) / Pink Apophyllite — Deccan Traps, Maharashtra, India

This natural Pink Fluorapophyllite-(K) specimen, commonly referred to by collectors and mineral dealers as Pink Apophyllite, comes from the Deccan Traps of Maharashtra, India, one of the world's best-known regions for cavity-grown zeolite and related secondary minerals. Historical Geological Survey of India records describe Apophyllite from the Deccan Trap province in several colors, including white, green, and pink.

Fluorapophyllite-(K) is a member of the Apophyllite group and typically develops well-formed tetragonal crystals with a characteristic vitreous to pearly luster. Indian material is especially recognized for its sharp geometric crystal forms and occurrence within cavities and pockets of basalt, often alongside minerals such as Stilbite, Heulandite, Scolecite, Quartz, Chalcedony, and Calcite.

This specimen measures approximately 7 × 4 × 3 cm and weighs approximately 60 grams, making it a compact collector-size mineral specimen suitable for a mineral cabinet, Indian mineral collection, or geological display.

Natural variations in crystal color, transparency, luster, crystal development, contact areas, inclusions, minor fractures, and surface texture are normal characteristics of a natural mineral specimen.

Mineral: Fluorapophyllite-(K)
Common Name: Pink Apophyllite
Color: Pink
Origin / Locality: Deccan Traps, Maharashtra, India
Specimen Type: Natural Crystal Specimen
Size: 7 × 4 × 3 cm
Weight: 60 g