Andalusite (Var: Chiastolite)

Specimen ID: L3H-T9N

Mineral(s)
Andalusite (Var: Chiastolite) : Al2(SiO4)O
Locality
Mindat locality:
Dimensions
8.6cm x 3.1cm
Previous data
Mineral(s)
Acquisition date:
1st Oct 2012
Name withheld

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An elongated andalusite (var. chiastolite) crystal, with remnants of silvery schist on the outer surfaces. One end has been sawn and polished to highlight the cruciform twinning running through the length of the crystal. Ex Tom Penney collection. 8.6 x 3.1 x 3.1 cm. Henry Minot photo & collection.
Henry Minot - 29th June 2013

Photo added to mindat.org

An elongated andalusite (var. chiastolite) crystal, with remnants of silvery schist on the outer surfaces. One end has been sawn and polished to highlight the cruciform twinning running through the length of the crystal. Ex Tom Penney collection. 8.6 x 3.1 x 3.1 cm. Henry Minot photo & collection.
Henry Minot - 29th June 2013
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