Hunter Rock and Mineral

Schorl and Muscovite in Matrix

Schorl and Muscovite in Matrix

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Euhedral books of muscovite form interesting geometric shapes in a matrix of feldspar, surrounding one striking, euhedrally terminated schorl. Weighing in at 3 lbs 3 oz, this piece measures 15 x 12 x 10 cm and was collected in Skardu district, Gilgit, Pakistan.

Species
Muscovite
Formula
KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂