Selenite `Daisy bed Gypsum`

Reference: 389

The Eden Valley gypsum (selenite) mines produced this interesting form of gypsum with stellate groups of crystals formed around seeding points creating attractive flower like  patterns - 'Daisy Bed' gypsum. 
This specimen has large, up to 35mm diameter 'flowers' and some show the seeding crystal. The mines  around Long Marton are long close and specimens with this unusual form are quite rare now.

Formula: CaSO₄^.2H₂O

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 120x80x65mm

Size: Large Cabinet (L)