Scapolite with Albite Specimen — 48.31 g

A natural association of Scapolite with Albite, showing contrasting crystal habits and clean, study-friendly surfaces. At 48.31 g, this compact piece offers excellent teaching value and visual interest for cabinet or drawer display.

Why it’s interesting

• Classic two-species pairing: prismatic/tetragonal scapolite set against white albite feldspar.
• Textural contrast: vitreous scapolite faces and lighter albite matrix create crisp definition for photography and study.
• Reference quality: helpful for distinguishing feldspar from scapolite in hand specimen.

Details

• Minerals: Scapolite with Albite
• Form: Natural specimen (scapolite prismatic to columnar; albite granular/tabular)
• Weight: approx. 48.31 g
• Origin: Not specified
• Listing: 1 × specimen (as pictured)

Mineralogical notes

• Scapolite: tetragonal; colour may range colourless–grey–honey; vitreous lustre; Mohs ~5–6; cleavage distinct.
• Albite: triclinic plagioclase; typically white to off-white; vitreous; Mohs ~6–6.5; perfect cleavage in one direction.
• Streak: white (both); SG: scapolite ~2.5–2.7, albite ~2.62.
• Fluorescence: some scapolite fluoresces yellow–orange under UV (not guaranteed for this piece).
• Paragenesis: common in marbles, skarns and pegmatitic environments.

Suggested uses

• Reference sample for differentiating feldspar vs. scapolite in hand specimen.
• Educational display for crystal systems (tetragonal vs. triclinic) and cleavage contrasts.
• Excellent subject for macro and hand-lens photography.

Care

• Handle with care—scapolite has distinct cleavage and can chip along prisms.
• Dust gently with a soft brush; avoid soaking, acids and ultrasonic cleaning.
• Store separately or cushioned to protect edges and crystal faces.

Note: Natural mineral specimens show inherent variations, contact points and minor imperfections—each piece is unique.