Florescent rare Hauynite mineral Specimen - Height: 50 mm - Width: 45 mm- 72 g - (1)

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Fluorescent Hauyne (Hauynite) specimen from Badakhshan mines, Afghanistan, a natural terminated crystal cluster on matrix weighing 72 g and measuring 50 × 45 × 25 mm, self-standing and displaying yellow, green and blue fluorescence under UV light.

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Rare Fluorescent Hauyne (Hauynite) Crystal Cluster on Matrix – Badakhshan, Afghanistan

A remarkable and highly collectible fluorescent Hauyne (Hauynite) specimen from the Badakhshan mines of Afghanistan, weighing approximately 72 grams and measuring 50 × 45 × 25 mm.

The specimen features a natural cluster of terminated Hauyne crystals growing together on a contrasting matrix. The crystals display attractive green to blue coloration under normal lighting, while the specimen becomes particularly striking under UV illumination, showing a fascinating combination of yellow, green and blue fluorescence.

The natural crystal formation, contrasting matrix, strong fluorescence and self-standing form make this an appealing specimen for mineral collectors. It can be displayed upright without additional support, making it suitable both for a private mineral collection and as a decorative display specimen.

Specifications:

Mineral: Hauyne / Hauynite
Locality: Badakhshan, Afghanistan
Weight: Approx. 72 g
Dimensions: 50 × 45 × 25 mm
Formation: Natural terminated crystal cluster on matrix
Fluorescence: Yellow, green and blue under UV light
Condition: Natural specimen; minor surface irregularities and matrix features are present as expected in a natural mineral specimen
Display: Self-standing

A distinctive Afghan fluorescent mineral specimen with attractive natural crystal formation and exceptional UV response, ideal for collectors of rare minerals and fluorescent specimens.

Rare Fluorescent Hauyne (Hauynite) Crystal Cluster on Matrix – Badakhshan, Afghanistan

A remarkable and highly collectible fluorescent Hauyne (Hauynite) specimen from the Badakhshan mines of Afghanistan, weighing approximately 72 grams and measuring 50 × 45 × 25 mm.

The specimen features a natural cluster of terminated Hauyne crystals growing together on a contrasting matrix. The crystals display attractive green to blue coloration under normal lighting, while the specimen becomes particularly striking under UV illumination, showing a fascinating combination of yellow, green and blue fluorescence.

The natural crystal formation, contrasting matrix, strong fluorescence and self-standing form make this an appealing specimen for mineral collectors. It can be displayed upright without additional support, making it suitable both for a private mineral collection and as a decorative display specimen.

Specifications:

Mineral: Hauyne / Hauynite
Locality: Badakhshan, Afghanistan
Weight: Approx. 72 g
Dimensions: 50 × 45 × 25 mm
Formation: Natural terminated crystal cluster on matrix
Fluorescence: Yellow, green and blue under UV light
Condition: Natural specimen; minor surface irregularities and matrix features are present as expected in a natural mineral specimen
Display: Self-standing

A distinctive Afghan fluorescent mineral specimen with attractive natural crystal formation and exceptional UV response, ideal for collectors of rare minerals and fluorescent specimens.

Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Florescent rare Hauynite mineral
Mineral form
Specimen
Weight
72 g
Origin (region/city)
Badakhshan mines
Country of origin
Afghanistan
Height
50 mm
Width
45 mm
Depth
25 mm
BelgiumVerified
106
Objects sold
95.45%
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