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Anatase (Titanium) Crystals - Pakistan
This incredible specimen contains 9 distinct, metallic anatase crystals on a rough matrix. One side of the specimen displays anatase crystals, while the opposite side contains quartz terminations protruding from the chlorite-rich matrix. The largest anatase crystal on this specimen measures in at .37" long. A variety of anatase bipyrimidal and flat ended terminations can be seen throughout the specimen, as well as notable striations on most of the anatase crystals.
About Anatase
Anatase is a mineral composed of titanium dioxide that typically forms dipyramidal crystals, although variations can occur with mineral clumping. Four-pointed, X-shaped anatase crystals, while rare, have been found and are known as "X-shaped penetration twins". Horizontal striations can be seen across most anatase mineral faces and most crystals end in points, or with variations of flattening on each end. It can be found in a variety of colors, from browns and reds to greens and pinks, and can be colorless in very rare cases. However, it is most commonly black or other very dark colors due to impurities.
Anatase is a mineral composed of titanium dioxide that typically forms dipyramidal crystals, although variations can occur with mineral clumping. Four-pointed, X-shaped anatase crystals, while rare, have been found and are known as "X-shaped penetration twins". Horizontal striations can be seen across most anatase mineral faces and most crystals end in points, or with variations of flattening on each end. It can be found in a variety of colors, from browns and reds to greens and pinks, and can be colorless in very rare cases. However, it is most commonly black or other very dark colors due to impurities.
SPECIES
Anatase
LOCATION
Pakistan
SIZE
4.2" long, 3.2" wide, .37" longest crystal
CATEGORY
ITEM
#38660
