2.9" Clinozoisite Crystal Cluster - Peru
This is a 2.9" wide cluster of large yellow-green clinozoisite crystals collected from the Cañete Province of Peru.
Clinozoisite is a aluminum calcium sorosilicate with the complex chemical formula {Ca2}{Al3}(Si2O7)(SiO4)O(OH). It is a member of the epidote group and is often found exhibiting colorless, yellow, yellow-green, green, or pink coloration. It also goes by the name of "aluminum epidote" and is found in locations of metamorphism and calcium-bearing sedimentary rocks.
SPECIES
Clinozoisite
LOCATION
Cerro San Cristobal, Cañete Province, Lima Dept., Peru
SIZE
2.9 x 2.3"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#256158