Stilbite Heulandite and Chabazite Crystals | 24 gr | ZEC near Maniwaki | Québec, Canada | SO24

This is a fine Zeolite specimen from the ZEC near Maniwaki, Québec, Canada. You can see a small group of well terminated crystals with nice sharp edges.

Stilbite, Heulandite, and Chabazite are beautiful zeolite minerals found in the basalt and sedimentary rock formations near Maniwaki, Quebec. These crystals often form in delicate, radiating clusters or blocky, tabular structures, showcasing a range of colors from soft pinks and oranges to translucent whites.

Stilbite is known for its pearly luster and graceful fan-like formations, while Heulandite displays intricate, layered crystal habits. Chabazite, with its distinctive rhombohedral shape, adds variety to the mineral assemblage. Collectors and geologists appreciate these minerals not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their fascinating crystal chemistry and association with the region’s volcanic history.

Name: Stilbite Heulandite and Chabazite Crystals 
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  44x27x24 mm / 1.7x1.1x0.9 inches
Weight: 24 gr / 0.8 oz 
Details: Mined in Zec Bras-Coupé-Désert, Lac-Pythonga, La Vallée-de-la-Gatineau RCM, Outaouais, Québec, Canada