{"product_id":"green-apophyllite-crystal-specimen-pashan-quarry-pune-poona-maharashtra-india","title":"Green Apophyllite Crystal Specimen – Pashan Quarry, Pune (Poona), Maharashtra, India","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful Green Apophyllite specimen from the historic Pashan Quarry near Pune (formerly Poona), Maharashtra, India. This classic Indian locality became famous among mineral collectors for producing highly aesthetic apophyllite specimens featuring sharp crystal formations, exceptional luster, and attractive natural coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday, specimens from the Pashan locality have become increasingly desirable as the quarry is no longer actively producing collectible material, making quality examples from this historic source increasingly difficult to obtain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis specimen showcases the delicate beauty of green apophyllite, with lustrous crystal faces and the distinctive transparency and brilliance that have made Indian apophyllite one of the most collected mineral species in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Green Apophyllite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Pashan Quarry locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePune (Poona), Maharashtra, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed and collectible locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive crystal development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent display specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Indian zeolite mineral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMineral Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apophyllite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phyllosilicate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tetragonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale green to medium green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous to pearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent to translucent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Deccan Trap basalt formations of western India have produced some of the world's finest zeolite minerals, with apophyllite being among the most celebrated. Pashan specimens are especially valued for their classic crystal habits and historical significance within the mineral collecting community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollectors Value Pashan Apophyllite For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric closed locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional crystal luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Indian provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive green coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharp crystal formations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay-quality aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Features May Include\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharp tetragonal crystal terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlassy crystal faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen color zoning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatrix associations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-generational crystal growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePashan Quarry (Closed), Pune (Poona), Maharashtra, India\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 x 34 x 33 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePashan was one of the classic mineral-producing localities of India and is remembered for producing fine apophyllite, stilbite, and associated zeolite minerals. Because the locality is no longer actively producing specimens, pieces from Pashan carry additional historical and collector significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFine green apophyllite specimens remain highly desirable among collectors of:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndian minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZeolite minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric localities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully for crystal quality, matrix, contact points, and overall condition, as they are considered part of the description. Natural mineral specimens commonly exhibit contact marks, growth features, and minor edge wear resulting from natural formation and recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42430043455570,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/Apophyllite.png?v=1780190104","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/green-apophyllite-crystal-specimen-pashan-quarry-pune-poona-maharashtra-india","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}