Two-Sided Schorl Crystal Cluster  –  NAM 029

Measurements:  45 x 35 x 23 mm

Description:  A lovely, two-sided cluster of schorl crystals with bits of feldspar.

The specimen has very little damage, only a few small nicks and contact marks.

Weight of Specimen:  49.0 g

Chemical Composition:   NaFe²⁺₃Al₆Si₆O₁₈(BO₃)₃(OH)₄  (schorl)
                                        KAlSi₃O₈  (feldspar)                         

Hardness on Mohs Scale:  (schorl)  7.5
                                          (feldspar)  6 - 6.5

Location:  Erongo Mountains, Erongo Region, Namibia.

Specimen Code:  NAM 029

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