Scapolite

A robust and stout Scapolite (Marialite) crystal from this famous locality in Tanzania. This marble occurrence has given collectors some of the finest crystallized examples of Scapolite out there. Scapolite from Tanzania has a unique, beautiful golden color and excellent crystal form which is so absent in other golden-colored Scapolites from other localities. Often, they are slender, and to find a stalky crystal like this is uncommon in my experience.

This lovely gem crystal is very gemmy, about 85% transparent, with good crystal form. It is lustrous on the front, but the back is contacted and has a rich amber-yellow color that is consistent throughout the crystal.

Specimen# GEMXL71515