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Analcime, Tugtupite, Chkalovite - Greenland

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SKU: MSG1408
Weight and Dimensions

3.4 oz, 3" x 1.5" x 1.5"

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Incredible specimen with full coverage. Bright blue analcime covers both sides of this rock varying from a deep blue to a light blue. Tugtupite along with chkalovite (the rarer pearly white variety Ð a classic example of how tugtupite replaces chkalovite) found throughout the matrix. The delicate veining on this material clearly illustrates tugtupite replacing chkalovite. Very unique material.

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