This exceptional, museum quality specimen features two intergrown catapleiite crystals, each remarkable for their large size and well-defined, hexagonal-tabular form. Measuring just over two inches, the crystals exhibit superb beveled edges, a glassy luster with slight iridescence, and a gemmy to translucent appearance. While the base shows minor contact where the piece was attached to the host rock, the remainder is complete on all sides.
Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH) is globally recognized as the premier locality for catapleiite, a sodium zirconium silicate (Na-Zr silicate). Specimens from this location are renowned for their clarity, sharp crystallization, and exceptional size, often considered "best-of-species" material. This site has produced some of the finest crystallized catapleiite examples ever discovered, highly coveted by collectors for their aesthetic and geological significance.
A pristine, euhedral catapleiite of this caliber is an extraordinary find, highlighting the unique mineralogical treasures of MSH. This specimen is a standout representation of the species, showcasing the unparalleled quality associated with this famous Canadian locality.
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