Aegirine (Malawi)

AEGIRINE, ORTHOCLASEMount MalosaZomba DistrictMalawi6 x 1.5 x 1 Inches 15 x 4 x 2.5 Centimeters CabinetA densely grouped cluster of aegirine crystals with such deep green coloring they appear as a massive black crystal formation. Upon closer examination there is actually very few crystals oriented in the same direction resulting in terminations jutting out at every possible angle. Perched on and within the crystal mass is tiny chunks of feldspar that provide a nice contrast.