{"product_id":"aegirine-with-fluorescent-feldspar-lulwe-malawi-1","title":"Aegirine with Fluorescent Feldspar – Lulwe, Malawi","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis miniature from Lulwe, Malawi features a tall, nearly black aegirine prism joined by a smaller angled crystal and several creamy-white feldspar crystals. The sharp color contrast, pronounced vertical form, and mounted presentation give the lightweight specimen a strong architectural presence; the feldspar is reported by the seller to be fluorescent, although its UV response is not shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral \/ Specimen Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aegirine with feldspar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lulwe, Malawi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elongated, longitudinally striated aegirine prisms with attached blocky feldspar crystals; mounted for display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nearly black to very dark green-black aegirine with creamy-white feldspar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncommon as a well-defined collector specimen from this locality; aegirine itself is not considered a rare mineral species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous to slightly resinous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e NaFe\u003csup\u003e3+\u003c\/sup\u003eSi\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eO\u003csub\u003e6\u003c\/sub\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miniature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 × 1.0 × 4.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.3 g (mineral only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal \/ Display Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54.1 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout Aegirine\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAegirine is a sodium iron pyroxene that crystallizes in the monoclinic system and commonly forms dark green to black, elongated prismatic crystals with lengthwise striations. It has a Mohs hardness of about 6 and the formula NaFe\u003csup\u003e3+\u003c\/sup\u003eSi\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eO\u003csub\u003e6\u003c\/sub\u003e; pale feldspar provides a classic visual contrast in many alkaline-rock mineral assemblages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Metaphysical Associations\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn modern crystal traditions, aegirine is associated symbolically with grounding, boundaries, confidence, and focused intention, while feldspar is often linked with creativity and self-awareness. Collectors may use the specimen as a contemplative display piece or as a visual focus during meditation and intention-setting. \u003cem\u003eMetaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy This Specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe slender main prism and angled secondary crystal create a distinctive branching silhouette, while the pale feldspar crystals stand out clearly against the dark aegirine. Its compact mounted format makes it an appealing miniature display specimen despite visible chipping around the principal termination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact specimen pictured.\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mineral Treasury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406798709103,"sku":"MT-0083","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7563\/6335\/files\/aegirine-feldspar-lulwe-malawi-front.jpg?v=1788232314","url":"https:\/\/mineraltreasury.com\/products\/aegirine-with-fluorescent-feldspar-lulwe-malawi-1","provider":"Mineral Treasury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}