Rare Marshy Sharp-Terminated Red-Brown Hematite Apophyllite Cluster – Natural Mineral Specimen from Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India # B 7231

Features:

Primary Mineral: Apophyllite
Secondary Mineral: N/A
Size: 4 x 6 inches
Weight: 744 g
Locality: Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India

Unearthed from the mineral-rich basaltic cavities of Maharashtra, India, this sensational specimen displays a rare and dramatic variation of traditional apophyllite, heavily coated and included with deep maroon-to-chocolate hematite. The central cluster is composed of oversized, razor-sharp tetragonal pyramidal apophyllite crystals that burst upward with pristine geometric terminations, capturing brilliant glassy reflections across their broad crystal faces. Dusted across this rich, earthy canvas are delicate micro-spherical mineral growths that create a captivating “marshy” texture and striking light-to-dark contrast against the deep reddish-brown matrix. Loved by advanced collectors for its uncommon color palette and razor-sharp crystal geometry, this museum-grade piece makes an irreplaceable centerpiece for any fine collection.