1. 8 Lb. Large Clear Blue Celestite Cluster, Madagascar, 4. 1” X 3. 5” X 3. 0”
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:4495130 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Madagascar |
1.8 lb. Large Clear Blue Celestite Cluster, Madagascar, 4.1” x 3.5” x 3.0”Description:· Large cabinetsize cluster specimen of clear soothing blue Celestite crystals· Crystals are veryclear and transparent, very pure, almost without impurities at the tips, withthe largest crystal measuring approximately 1.75” in height· Source: Madagascar· Size: Overall –approximately 4.1” x 3.5” x 3.0” (10.4 x 8.9 x 7.6 cm)· Weight: approximately1.82 lbs. ...(826 grams)· Condition: Good, on display in cabinet onlyThis featured specimenof soft, delicate and soothing clear blue Celestite cluster is unlike any otherCelestite (or Celestine) specimens. It is from the famed location ofMadagascar, well known for soft and delicate blue colored Celestites. Thisspecimen is very natural as almost all the crystals are very pure, almostwithout impurities at the tips, and some are even clear and transparent all theway through. It is as complete a specimen as you can get for a Celestite ofthis size, shape and form, specifically with reference to its unique multiplecrystal formation habits. You can see not only the prismatic and tabularcrystals, but also some pseudohexagonal trillings, as well as dense aggregate of crystals. The dense aggregate formation at thefront has a beautiful shape and form like a floret. Also up front and center isthe largest and very clear and transparent Celestite crystal, measuringapproximately 1.75” in height and is a very thick and elongated prismatic crystal.The rest are tabular in form, including tapered prismatic shapes.All the crystals havegood luster and transparency, with little impurities. The clarity, purity andquality of the transparency of the crystals bring out the soft delicate bluecolor at its best. The clarity and transparency is just amazing and you can can even call it icy blue. They sparkle even more when placed under light or outdoorsin the sunlight. This specimen is so rich and abundant with Celestite crystals thatyou can even see them penetrating through on all sides, including the matrix atthe base, hence it is so heavy.It is typical withthe size of this specimen to have abrasions, including incomplete and cleavagesurfaces, specifically due to the excavation process. Overall, thisspecimen looks very appealing, has outstanding qualities in terms of color, shape, size, multiple crystal formation habits all in one specimen, includingstructure, form, good transparency, terminations and luster. Very showy anddisplays well, hence it makes thisspecimen worthy as a desirable addition to any mineral collection! This fine specimencan be yours for only $60 plus expedited shipping and handling.Specimen Background information:Celestite (Celestine) is amineral consisting of strontium sulfate (SrSO4), sometimes with smallamounts of barium. The mineral is named for its occasional delicate blue color.Celestite is the principal source of the element strontium.Celestite is an attractivemineral that forms in well-shaped crystals with a distinctive soft bluecolor. Crystals may be a solid color, but may also have lighter and darkercolor zones of blue. While pure Celestine is colorless, variousimpurities give this mineral a wider range of colors, especially its celestialblue color. The crystals are transparent to translucent. The mineral is foundworldwide, usually in small quantities. Soft blue crystal specimens are foundin Madagascar.Celestite occurs ascrystals, and also in compact massive and fibrous forms. It is mostly found insedimentary rocks, often associated with the minerals gypsum, anhydrite, andhalite. Colors range from blue to white, colorless, orange, orange-brown, lightbrown, yellow, greenish-blue, gray. Crystals may also be slightly multicolored, with light blue on one end and colorless on the other.The crystal formationhabits of such minerals include prismatic and tabular crystals, and asthin tabular plates. Also in thick, pseudohexagonal trillings, as well as dense aggregates of such crystals. May also be massive, radiating, grainy, nodular, and botryoidal. Additional habits include fibrousmasses, as dense clusters of tabular crystals, as fragile elongated crystalclusters, as fillings in geodes, and as cleavage fragments. Crystalsare sometimes striated, and occasionally contain phantom growths.Note:**All specimens aretaken in natural and regular lighting only, indoor and outdoor. This specimenlooks better in person in order to appreciate its beautiful soft soothingblue color, shape, transparency, luster, including the multiple formationhabits of the crystals. It also sparkles under light, and the color comes aliveeven more in the outdoors, which makes it even more appealing but can be difficultto capture on camera, especially the clarity, the transparency and the luster. Pleasealso note that color may be a little different due to the colorcalibration of each individual monitor or light levels.**As with all genuine mineral specimens, there maybe natural occurring inclusions, cleavages, formations, impressions, includingabrasions on the sides as with this featured specimen due to the excavationprocess.We haveposted close up pictures at all angles for your viewing pleasure in this listing, to show you the fine details, color, form, structure, clarity and overall beautyof this fine specimen.**We will only ship tothe 48 contiguous U.S. states (No International).**All orders ship within 3-5 business days after receiving clearedpayment. Returns accepted ONLY if item is not as described or shown andmust be in the condition it was received. A 10% re-stocking fee will becharged. All returns must be made within 7 calendar days upon receipt of item andbuyer pays for return shipping. No returns or refunds are accepted after thistime period.All returns must be in original packaging and shipped withTracking and Insured for full value of the item. Please provide shipping info –shipper, tracking number - to us when package is sent back.Feel free to contact us should you have anyquestions. Please also visit our other listings. Thank you for stoppingby and do come back again.
