Smoky Quartz xls; Mt. Malosa, Zomba, Malawi; Scab; unique piece
Smoky Quartz crystals from Mt. Malosa, Zomba, Malawi – small cabinet specimen as unique piece
This attractive specimen from the well known Mt. Malosa locality in Malawi displays numerous Smoky Quartz crystals with transparent to smoky brown coloration on feldspar rich matrix. The crystals are clearly developed and show partly sharp terminal faces with natural vitreous luster. Especially decorative is the contrast between the dark Smoky Quartz crystals, the salmon colored feldspar crystals and the dark associated minerals on the matrix. The crystals create an aesthetically pleasing three dimensional structure with strong visual presence. Several crystals are freely exposed and give the specimen the characteristic appearance of high quality Malosa pegmatite mineralization.
Geology & Origin
Mt. Malosa near Zomba in Malawi is one of the world’s best known localities for rare pegmatite and alkaline rock minerals. The region is especially famous for aesthetic combinations of Smoky Quartz, Aegirine and feldspar. These minerals formed in hydrothermally influenced pegmatitic zones within complex alkaline intrusions. Slow crystal growth allowed the formation of well developed crystals that are highly appreciated by mineral collectors worldwide.
This table is for general information and orientation, although the sizes of the stones may vary. In addition, this specification is handled differently from region to region.
| Sizes | Description | approx. Sizes in mm/cm | approx. Sizes in INCH | |
| Capsule | Capsule | 0.1–0.5 mm in a transparent hard capsule (approx. 1 cm) | capsule contents 0.1–0.5 mm | capsule contents 0.004–0.02 in |
| TN/mm | Micromount (TN = Thumbnail) | everything fitting in a TN Perky box or a MM box of approx. 1 in | approx. 0.5–2.5 cm | max. 1 in |
| Min | Miniature specimen | will not fit a TN or MM box anymore | approx. 2.5–5 cm | approx. 0.2–1.0 in |
| Scab | small cabinet specimen | approx. one-third to half a hand size | approx. 5–9 cm | approx. 1.0–2.0 in |
| Cab | cabinet specimen | full hand size | approx. 9–15 cm | approx. 2.0–3.5 in |
| large Cab | large cabinet specimen | approx. two hand sizes | approx. 15–30 cm | approx. 3.5–6.0 in |
| very large Cab | very large cabinet specimen | everything larger, no upper limit |
Abbreviations commonly used in mineralogy.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| xl | single crystal, possible with matrix |
| xls | noticeable crystals |
| (xl) | embedded or damaged |
| (xls) | embedded or damaged |
| MASS | massive and/or amorphous pieces |
| TYP | type locality of the original description |
| SWUV | shortwave-UV-reaction |
| UV | ultraviolet reaction |
| SC | self-collected |
| U | unique (single unique piece) |
Usage Instructions
This product is ideal as a collector's item, decorative element, teaching material, or for scientific and exhibition purposes.
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Safety
We accept no liability for damages resulting from improper and/or non-recommended use. Please carefully assess the suitability of the product before any alternative use.
Responsible Provider
Mikon Mineralienkontor GmbH
Steinslieth 11
D-37130 Gleichen OT Klein Lengden
Email: info@mikon-online.com
| shipment-weight, NOT netto weight (kg) | 0.100000 |
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