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Richterite

Kokscha, Kokscha Valley, Afghanistan

Reference: 1218

Richterite is a rare amphibole group silicate,some of the best crystaline examples of the specie coming out from Kokscha a few years ago. This is a fine 30mm long crystal, transparent to translucence with strongly striated faces and natural termination. Mounted in a 6x4cm plastic display box

Formula: Na₂CaMg₅Si₈O₂₂(OH) ₂

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 30x20x6mm

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