{"product_id":"pectolite-on-datolite-millington-quarry-millington-somerset-county-new-jersey","title":"Pectolite on Datolite – Millington Quarry, Millington, Somerset County, New Jersey","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional specimen of Pectolite on Datolite from the renowned Millington Quarry in Millington, Somerset County, New Jersey. This historic northeastern locality is highly regarded among mineral collectors for producing attractive combinations of uncommon mineral species, particularly pectolite, datolite, prehnite, and associated minerals within basalt-hosted cavities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis specimen features delicate Pectolite associated with Datolite, creating an aesthetically pleasing contrast between crystal habits and textures. The combination is highly desirable among collectors of classic American mineral localities and uncommon association specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Pectolite on Datolite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMillington Quarry locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomerset County, New Jersey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic American mineral locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive mineral association\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector-quality display specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric northeastern U.S. provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMineral Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePectolite\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e NaCa₂Si₃O₈(OH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triclinic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibrous, radiating, acicular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky to vitreous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDatolite\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e CaBSiO₄(OH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Massive to crystalline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Millington Quarry is well known for producing unusual cavity mineralization where pectolite forms attractive fibrous sprays and radiating aggregates alongside contrasting datolite growths. These associations are increasingly difficult to obtain as classic collecting localities become less accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollectors value specimens from this locality for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric New Jersey provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncommon mineral associations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive crystal textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic American collecting locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducational mineralogical significance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong regional collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on the specimen, natural features may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadiating pectolite sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibrous crystal growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDatolite crystal masses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContrasting mineral textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavity-grown formations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple mineral generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMillington Quarry, Millington, Somerset County, New Jersey, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 x 33 x 21 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePectolite is best known as the mineral species that includes the famous blue variety known as Larimar, found in the Dominican Republic. However, classic pectolite specimens from American localities such as Millington Quarry are highly collectible in their own right due to their distinctive crystal habits and historic locality significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDatolite has long been a favorite among mineral collectors because of its variety of crystal habits and frequent occurrence in aesthetically pleasing mineral associations. Together, pectolite and datolite create an attractive and scientifically interesting display specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42430022058066,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/PectoliteonSatolite.png?v=1780181545","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/pectolite-on-datolite-millington-quarry-millington-somerset-county-new-jersey","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}