PHENAKITE FROM NAMIBIA – NATURAL CRYSTAL FROM THE STIEPELMANN MINE

14x7x15mm

Weight: 12ct (very large for a phenakite)

This beautiful phenakite crystal comes from the Stiepelmann Mine in the Klein Spitzkoppe area of the famous Erongo region in Namibia.

The specimen is captivating due to its exceptional natural crystal form, its comparatively high transparency, and its delicate, light champagne tint.

Particularly beautiful are the partially clear crystal areas, through which internal structures and natural inclusions can be seen.

The various crystal faces show fine growth lines and interesting natural structures, which are accentuated differently depending on the incidence of light.

A fascinating collector's item from one of Africa's most famous mineral regions.


ORIGIN & MINERALOGY

• Mineral: Phenakite
• Chemical formula: Be₂SiO₄
• Locality: Stiepelmann Mine
• Mining area: Klein Spitzkoppe, Erongo Region
• Origin: Namibia, Africa
• Color: Colorless to delicate champagne
• Transparency: Partially clear and transparent to translucent
• Crystal system: Trigonal
• Mohs hardness: 7.5–8
• Processing: Natural, unpolished crystal
• Special feature: Distinct crystal faces with natural growth structures


WHAT MAKES PHENAKITE SPECIAL?

Phenakite is a comparatively rare beryllium silicate, prized especially for its clear crystals and interesting crystal morphology.

The mineral occurs in granitic pegmatites and certain metamorphic rocks, among others.

Due to its transparency, phenakite can at first glance resemble rock crystal. Mineralogically, however, it is a distinct mineral with a different chemical composition and a higher refractive index.

Naturally grown phenakite crystals are of particular interest to mineral collectors because they show the original crystal forms and the geological formation of the mineral.


THE STIEPELMANN MINE IN NAMIBIA

The Stiepelmann Mine is located in the Klein Spitzkoppe area of the Erongo region in Namibia.

This region is internationally known for its extraordinary mineral finds and the diversity of its granitic pegmatites.

Phenakite is among the interesting collector minerals of this mining region.

The original locality label with the precise origin information is included.


YOUR NATURAL UNIQUE PIECE

You will receive exactly the phenakite crystal shown from the Stiepelmann Mine in Namibia.

It is the larger of the two offered specimens, distinguished by its particularly beautiful, partially clear crystal areas.

Natural inclusions, growth marks, and irregularities are part of the original character of this mineral.

The crystal is delivered protected in an acrylic collector's box.

An exceptional one-of-a-kind piece for lovers of rare minerals, natural crystals, and Namibian collector specimens.




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