Axinite - Specimen Pakistani calcite pastel tones

pastel tones

Approximate Size of 1 piece: 65mm x 12mm x 8mm

This specimen fits that locality well

Riebeckite crystals are frequently included within larger crystals of quartz

I use a small ball of warm wax

Axinite - Specimen Pakistani calcite pastel tonesMined from: Peru Description: This one of a kind axinite specimen from Peru shows a dense, dramatic cluster of sharply formed crystals rising across a solid matrix. The crystals are dark brown to reddish brown with a slightly smoky, plum toned look in places, and they grow in the classic knife like to wedge shaped habit that makes axinite so recognizable. The piece has strong visual texture from every angle, with overlapping blades, crowded crystal