{"product_id":"scapolite-with-albite-specimen-48-31-g","title":"Scapolite with Albite Specimen — 48.31 g","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural association of \u003cstrong\u003eScapolite\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eAlbite\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it’s interesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic two-species pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e prismatic\/tetragonal scapolite set against white albite feldspar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextural contrast:\u003c\/strong\u003e vitreous scapolite faces and lighter albite matrix create crisp definition for photography and study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e helpful for distinguishing feldspar from scapolite in hand specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scapolite with Albite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural specimen (scapolite prismatic to columnar; albite granular\/tabular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 48.31 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × specimen (as pictured)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMineralogical notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScapolite:\u003c\/strong\u003e tetragonal; colour may range colourless–grey–honey; vitreous lustre; \u003cem\u003eMohs\u003c\/em\u003e ~5–6; cleavage distinct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbite:\u003c\/strong\u003e triclinic plagioclase; typically white to off-white; vitreous; \u003cem\u003eMohs\u003c\/em\u003e ~6–6.5; perfect cleavage in one direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreak:\u003c\/strong\u003e white (both); \u003cstrong\u003eSG:\u003c\/strong\u003e scapolite ~2.5–2.7, albite ~2.62.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluorescence:\u003c\/strong\u003e some scapolite fluoresces yellow–orange under UV (not guaranteed for this piece).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParagenesis:\u003c\/strong\u003e common in marbles, skarns and pegmatitic environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference sample for differentiating feldspar vs. scapolite in hand specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducational display for crystal systems (tetragonal vs. triclinic) and cleavage contrasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent subject for macro and hand-lens photography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle with care—scapolite has distinct cleavage and can chip along prisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust gently with a soft brush; avoid soaking, acids and ultrasonic cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore separately or cushioned to protect edges and crystal faces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-sm\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote:\u003c\/em\u003e Natural mineral specimens show inherent variations, contact points and minor imperfections—each piece is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luna Panther","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52505876627729,"sku":"1234590084","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/0068\/0209\/files\/scapolite-with-albite-specimen-4831-g-4761080.jpg?v=1760362647","url":"https:\/\/lunapanther.co.uk\/products\/scapolite-with-albite-specimen-48-31-g","provider":"Luna Panther","version":"1.0","type":"link"}