Nabaphite

Micro white or clear tetrahedron crystals, very nice, tucked into but visible in a vug. Associated with lovozerite etc.
Origin: Central mine, Khibina massif, Kola Peninsula, Russia (type locality)
Sample size: 3 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm
 

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Tom Loomis

Dakota Matrix Minerals

 

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