Astrophyllite Specimen from Russia DX661 turtle with its deep red color

with its deep red color and high luster

but also for its association with a sacred mountain range that has long held meaning in local tradition and Himalayan culture

Blue opal cabochon set in sterling silver

such as pendants

This is truly a unique specimen from a famous locale

Astrophyllite Specimen from Russia DX661 turtle with its deep red colorAstrophyllite Specimen from Russia Approx. Dimensions: 2x1. 5x1 inches Approx. Weight: 49. 8 grams Locality: Kola Peninsula, Murmansk Oblast, Russia Astrophyllite is a rare and complex mineral known for its shimmering bronze or golden luster, typically forming as bladed crystals or in radiating star like patterns. It is primarily found in metamorphic rocks, with notable deposits in regions such as Russia, Canada, and Greenland. While astrophyllite