Catapleiite

Mont Saint-Hilaire, Rouville Co., Quebec
Canada
Dimensions: 2.4x1.8x1.6 cm
Largest crystal size: 12 mm
Price: CA

$400.00

The world's finest examples of catapleiite, a rare sodium zirconium silicate (Na-Zr silicate), are found at the renowned Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH) in Quebec, Canada. This locality is known for producing the largest and most well-formed crystallized specimens of catapleiite, making it one of the most sought-after species, second only to serandite among MSH mineral collectors. Catapleiite from MSH is considered "best-of-species" material, featuring sharply hexagonal, tabular crystals with exceptional form and clarity.

A fine specimen, likely collected in the 1990s, this crystal is noted for its sharp, well-defined mass of euhedral crystals, with one primary crystal sitting atop the dense cluster. The main crystal possess superb beveled edges and displays a glassy, colourful iridescence, gemmy to translucent quality. Pristine, euhedral catapleiite specimens of this caliber are rarely encountered, making it a standout example from the famous Mont Saint-Hilaire locality.

Note: All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD). International customers are charged in CAD, exchange rate is calculated automatically by your bank/paypal upon checkout.

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