{"product_id":"auction-win-f2461e84-6f98-4b0b-b2a9-f1e4f7cf2789","title":"Auction Win: Apophyllite on Mordenite (focal crystal)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nashik quarries, Nashik District, Nashik Division, Maharashtra, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small Cabinet - 6.5 × 3.3 × 4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApophyllite is a phyllosilicate mineral with the general formula AB₄[Si₈O₂₂]X·8H₂O, most commonly found as fluorapophyllite-(K) . Its name comes from the Greek words for \"away from\" and \"leaf,\" describing how it peels into layers when heated . This unique exfoliating property makes it a memorable favorite among mineral collectors .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Nashik quarries in Nashik District, Maharashtra, are a recognized quarry locality type known for producing basalt specimens. This area includes specific sites such as Nashik 1 and Nashik 2, which are documented for their basalt occurrences within the Deccan Traps volcanic province. Collectors value this locality for its valid basalt specimens that represent the region's extensive basaltic geology. The quarries remain a relevant source for mineral collectors seeking Indian basalt examples from this well-defined district.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Castle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49101822001307,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/3012\/6217\/files\/0776100d-a56d-4805-b79b-462f6b73b6b2.jpg?v=1785099769","url":"https:\/\/www.overtonfamilyjewels.com\/products\/auction-win-f2461e84-6f98-4b0b-b2a9-f1e4f7cf2789","provider":"OFJ's Crystal Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}