Parisite from Pakistan
Parisite from Pakistan
$1,500.00
| Weight | 72 g |
|---|---|
| Miniature | 4.5 x 2.5 x 2 cm |
| Locality | Zagi Mountain, Hameed Abad Kafoor Dheri, Peshawar District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Pakistan. |
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This remarkable Parisite (Ce) specimen originates from the renowned Zagi Mountain in Hameed Abad Kafoor Dheri, Peshawar District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Pakistan—a locality famous for yielding some of the finest rare-earth mineral crystals in the world. The region is particularly known for producing well-formed specimens of Parisite, Bastnäsite, and Xenotime, often in striking colors and sharp crystallographic habits.
This miniature-sized crystal displays a beautifully defined shape, measuring 4.5 x 2.5 x 2 cm and weighing 72 grams. Even though it has been repaired in the middle, the overall size is imposing. It features excellent brown color.
Parisite-(Ce) from Zagi Mountain is considered a mineralogical prize due to its rarity and aesthetic appeal. The sharp form, vibrant color, and gemmy clarity of this specimen highlight the exceptional mineralization of the region. This fine, well-preserved example would be an outstanding addition to any collection of rare-earth minerals.






