{"product_id":"prehnite-crystal-specimen-o-g-quarry-southbury-new-haven-county-connecticut","title":"Prehnite Crystal Specimen – O\u0026G Quarry, Southbury, New Haven County, Connecticut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful Prehnite specimen from the renowned O\u0026amp;G Quarry in Southbury, New Haven County, Connecticut. This locality is widely recognized among mineral collectors for producing exceptional prehnite specimens featuring attractive crystal formations, vibrant color, and excellent display aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis specimen showcases the soft green coloration and distinctive crystal growth habits that have made Connecticut prehnite highly collectible. Material from the O\u0026amp;G Quarry has become especially desirable among collectors of classic northeastern mineral localities and American mineral specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Prehnite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO\u0026amp;G Quarry locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouthbury, New Haven County, Connecticut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic American mineral locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive crystal development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector-quality display specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesirable northeastern U.S. provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMineral Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prehnite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ca₂Al(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phyllosilicate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orthorhombic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light green to apple green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous to pearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrehnite commonly forms botryoidal masses, radiating crystal aggregates, and well-developed crystal clusters. The species is highly regarded for its soothing green coloration and unique crystal habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollectors Value O\u0026amp;G Quarry Prehnite For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-known Connecticut locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive green coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent crystal development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong display appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric American provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasing collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Features May Include\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotryoidal formations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadiating crystal growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSparkling crystal faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTranslucent green coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssociated quarry minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-stage crystal development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eO\u0026amp;G Quarry, Southbury, New Haven County, Connecticut, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 x 20 x 33 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe O\u0026amp;G Quarry has produced some of the finest prehnite specimens from the northeastern United States. Collectors appreciate material from this locality for its attractive color, aesthetic crystal habits, and importance among classic American mineral localities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuality examples from Southbury have become favorites among collectors specializing in American minerals, Connecticut minerals, phyllosilicate minerals, classic localities, and display-quality crystal specimens.\u003c\/p\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 growth features and contact marks resulting from their natural formation and recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42430053056594,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/Prehnite.png?v=1780191866","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/prehnite-crystal-specimen-o-g-quarry-southbury-new-haven-county-connecticut","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}