Apatite with Calcite – Afghanistan
Apatite with Calcite – Afghanistan
$1,600.00
| Weight | 12.5 g |
|---|---|
| Toenail | 2.8 × 2.5 × 1.5 cm |
| XL | 1.2 x 1.2 x 1 cm |
| Size | Toenail |
| Locality | Mawi Pegmatite, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan |
SKU:
APT-242
Category: Apatite
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A fine specimen of purple apatite crystals beautifully set on a contrasting calcite matrix, displaying rich, vibrant color and an attractive natural arrangement. The cluster offers excellent visual contrast between the purple apatite and the lighter calcite, enhancing its overall display appeal. While the main crystal has one repair, it has been neatly done and does not detract from the piece’s overall quality. Apatite is a highly desirable mineral among collectors, known for its wide range of vivid colors and distinctive hexagonal crystal habit, making specimens like this both visually appealing and collectible.
