A beautiful crystal formation of celestine, showcasing its delicate blue color and tabular structure, from the Sakoany Mine, Madagascar.
_Geological Information:
- Location: Sakoany Mine, Ampanihy District, Toliara Province, Madagascar - Type: Celestine (a type of strontium sulfate mineral) - Chemical Composition: SrSO₄ (Strontium Sulfate) - Age: Approximately 100-150 million years old (Cretaceous period) - Formation: Hydrothermal veins, specifically in the limestone and dolostone rocks of the Madagascar Basin - Hardness: 3-3.5 on the Mohs scale - Distinctive Features: Delicate blue color, tabular structure, and high strontium content, characteristic of celestine. - Crystal System: Orthorhombic - Luster: Vitreous (glassy) - Streak: White - Density: 3.9-4.0 g/cm³
This description provides more detailed information about the celestine specimen, including its specific location, crystal system, luster, streak, and density.
