Natrolite

Gaulsberg Quarry, Darmstadt, Hesse, Germany

Natrolite
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Article codeVIII.J.2110.003
Natrolite from Gaulsberg Quarry, Ortenberg, Hesse, Germany
This specimen measures approximately 90x60x60 mm and weighs approximately 0,490 kilogramme.

A few fragile clusters of natrolite needles beautifully crystallized in a basaltic geode.
Natrolite is a common member of the zeolite group, and known for its needle-like crystal habits.
It is closely related to Mesolite and Scolecite, and can appear very similar to them.