Large Forsterite in Calcite
Large Forsterite in Calcite from Katukubura, 6.5 km east of Kolonne, 20 km NW Embilipitiya, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka (Ceylon)
Collection John Betts - Fine Minerals
Description Highly deformed single crystal of green Forsterite with remnants of white Calcite matrix. The Forsterite crystal is twisted, like a gwindel. Ex. Bob Holzer (1934-2009) collection.
Locality Katukubura, 6.5 km east of Kolonne, 20 km NW Embilipitiya, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka (Ceylon)
Dimensions 7.0 x 5.0 x 2.5 cm.
Specimen Grade C
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