206 Gram Scapolite Crystal with Epidote on Matrix – Rare Collector Specimen from Badakhshan Afghanistan
206 Gram Scapolite Crystal with Epidote on Matrix – Rare Collector Specimen from Badakhshan Afghanistan
Item Name = Fluorescent Scapolite Crystal Specimen
Dimension = 91 * 54 * 46 MM
Weight = 701 Gram
Origin = Badakhshan AFGHANISTAN
Treatment = Natural
Color = As Shown
Weighing 206 grams, this specimen features a well-formed scapolite crystal beautifully associated with epidote on its natural matrix. Found in Badakhshan, Afghanistan, the piece showcases sharp crystal structure and aesthetic balance, making it a distinctive collector’s specimen.
Scapolite belongs to a series of tectosilicate minerals with the chemical composition (Na,Ca)₄(Al₃Si₉O₂₄)Cl, occurring in a range of colors from white to yellow, pink, and violet. It often forms in metamorphic rocks and is also discovered in regions such as Myanmar, Canada, and Tanzania. The epidote association further enhances both the mineralogical and visual appeal of this specimen.
This piece is a fine addition for collectors and enthusiasts who value unique mineral combinations. Its attractive crystal arrangement and the contrast between scapolite and epidote make it ideal for display, educational use, or inclusion in a serious mineral collection.
