Mesolite Crystal Cluster: Radiating Needles on Matrix, India

Material: Natural Mesolite on matrix. Finish: Unpolished. Origin: Poona (Pune), Maharashtra, India This mesolite crystal cluster, originates from the Deccan Traps region near Poona (Pune), Maharashtra, India. The piece features a prominent spray of radiating mesolite needles, forming a spherical cluster. The needles are fine, hair-like, and translucent white, with lengths ranging from 0.5 to 1 inch (1.27 to 2.54 cm), creating a delicate, fibrous texture. The mesolite spray sits atop a matrix of massive, milky white to pale gray zeolite material, a mix of stilbite or heulandite, with a rough, irregular surface. Small, dark inclusions, possibly iron or manganese, are scattered across the matrix, adding contrast to the white needles. The base of the specimen has a flat cut for display purposes, while the rest remains unpolished, preserving its natural formation. This cluster is a detailed example of mesolite’s characteristic acicular growth, ideal for collectors or as a display piece showcasing India’s zeolite diversity.