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3.85" Clinozoisite Crystal Cluster - Peru
This is a 3.85" wide cluster of yellow-green clinozoisite crystals that were 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
3.85 x 2.25"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#256113