ORTHOCLASE on MUSCOVITE

Chumar Bakhoor, Nagar, Hunza Valley, Gilgit District, Northern Areas, Pakistan, Asia

Status

Available

Size

5.5 x 5 x 3.7 cm (Small Cabinet)

Collection

ex. Peter Edwards Collection

Description

A classic crystal habit of Orthoclase from Pakistan. The Orthoclase crystal is sharp and well formed with lots of gemmy areas, ranging from colourless to light orange caused by Fe oxide inclusions. There are three smaller crystals attached to the main crystal with a matrix of silvery Muscovite. A fine specimen to study crystal form.

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Owner

Kristalle and Crystal Classics