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Object Name |
Apophyllite |
Object Description |
Cluster of numerous pale pink translucent prismatic crystals of apophyllite on pearly gray opaque massive calcite exhibiting rhombohedral cleavage. Largest crystal is approximately 1.25 cm across. |
Collector |
Krantz, Dr. Adam August |
Place of Origin |
Germany/Harz/Andreasberg |
Rock type |
Mineral |
Chemical Comp |
Calcium aluminum silicate |
Crystal System |
Orthorhombic |
Sp Grav. |
2.9 |
Hardness |
6 - 6.5 |
Luster |
Vitreous/Glassy |
Streak |
White |
Fracture |
Uneven, irregular |
Classification |
Geology |
People |
Krantz, Adam August, 1808-1872 Brumby, Richard Trapier, 1804-1875 |
Search Terms |
Mineral |
Dimensions |
H-4.864 W-7.662 L-9.596 cm |
Catalog Number |
3783 |