Astrophyllite Specimen from Russia DX661 michigan This specimen of quartz with

This specimen of quartz with Hedenbergite inclusions was acquired from Ward's Natural Science in 1988

It has a hardness of 6 to 6

25 x 3 inches

creating visually striking patterns and enhancing the gemstone's ornamental appeal

including in jewelry and for its purported healing properties

Astrophyllite Specimen from Russia DX661 michigan This specimen of quartz withAstrophyllite Specimen from Russia Approx. Dimensions: 2x1. 5x1 inches Approx. Weight: 49. 8 grams Locality: Kola Peninsula, Murmansk Oblast, Russia Astrophyllite is a rare and complex mineral known for its shimmering bronze or golden luster, typically forming as bladed crystals or in radiating star like patterns. It is primarily found in metamorphic rocks, with notable deposits in regions such as Russia, Canada, and Greenland. While astrophyllite