giant apophyllite crystal and stilbite

Name: giant apophyllite crystal and stilbite

Origin: Nashik, Maharashtra, India

Size: 43 x 30 cm

apophyllite crystal: 11 cm

Apophyllite is a mineral that typically forms in volcanic rocks and is known for its transparent, colorless to white crystals. Nashik, located in the state of Maharashtra in western India, is a well-known locality for apophyllite crystals. In fact, some of the largest and most impressive apophyllite crystals in the world have been found in this area.

The apophyllite crystals from Nashik can be quite large, with some specimens measuring up to several inches in length and width. The crystals are often transparent or translucent, and can have a wide range of colors depending on the presence of impurities or other minerals in the crystal structure.

One of the unique features of apophyllite crystals is their tendency to form pyramid-shaped structures. These pyramids can be quite intricate, with many individual faces and facets that reflect light in different ways. When viewed under the right conditions, a large transparent apophyllite crystal from Nashik can be a truly stunning sight to behold.