Brewsterite-(Sr) on Strontianite with Calcite

Reference: 1762

Whitesmith mine has produced specimens that had an unusual combination of Strontianite sprays covered either partly or completely with later sparkling Brewsterite-(Sr) crystals.  Strontian is the type locality for Brewsterite.

Formula: Brewsterite (Sr,Ba,Ca)[A₁₂Si₆O₁₆] ^. 5H₂O; Strontianite SrCO₃; Calcite CaCO₃

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 80x60x35mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)