Cavansite 30-40mm
Cavansite is a rare, visually stunning mineral whose vivid blue, needle-like crystals typically appear on a stilbite matrix. This raw Cavansite specimen is 30-40 mm in size and preserves the mineral's original beauty in its natural, unpolished form. An excellent mineral collector's piece and unique decorative element that immediately attracts attention on any display shelf.
Technical Data
- Material: Cavansite (Ca(VO)(Si4O10)·4H2O)
- Size: 30-40 mm
- Weight: approx. 20-50 g/piece (including stilbite matrix)
- Form: Raw crystals on stilbite matrix
- Colour: Vivid blue, cyan blue
- Origin: India (Pune region)
Characteristics
The vivid, cyan blue, needle-like or radially star-shaped crystals of cavansite quite literally command attention. The crystals typically grow on a white or beige stilbite matrix, creating a particularly striking contrast. Cavansite is one of the rarest naturally occurring blue minerals, belonging to the silicate group.
How to Use
Place it on a display shelf, cabinet, or desk where natural light highlights the unique blue hue of the cavansite. Due to its rarity, it is a valuable mineral collector's piece, as well as a unique gift for nature lovers, geology enthusiasts, and those seeking distinctive home décor. It also provides a special backdrop as a photography prop.
Why Choose This?
Cavansite is among the rarest and most beautiful blue minerals in the world. The vivid blue colour and needle-like crystal structure represent a unique natural spectacle that cannot be replicated. Every piece is a unique natural formation, shaped by geological processes over millions of years.
Tips
- Cavansite is extremely fragile: the needle-like crystals can break off easily; handle with care and avoid impacts.
- For cleaning, remove dust with a soft, dry brush; do not soak in water as the crystals may be damaged.
- Store in a padded box to protect the crystals from breakage during transport and storage.