Charoite
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Description
This sample displays a vibrant purple to lilac color with characteristic swirling, fibrous patterns. Lighter, possibly greenish-white inclusions are visible within the purple matrix, adding to its distinctive appearance.
Geological Context
Charoite is a rare mineral formed in metasomatized limestone adjacent to an alkaline syenite intrusion. It is found exclusively in the Murun Massif, where it occurs in a unique potassium-rich environment.
