Andardite var. Melanite (Ref: R406)
San Benito Co., California, USA
100mm x 90mm x 30mm
$1800
Large, glossy black Melanite crystals on matrix. The crystals reach 1.2cm in size and are fairly well separated compared to most. I've collected in this area and what is typical is drusy coverage of 1-3mm crystals - this is a great one for the locality!Data last checked on 6th Sep 2025 - specimen may no longer be available
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