Front view of bright blue cavansite rosettes in gray cavities on reddish-brown matrix mounted on a black base

Cavansite Rosettes on Matrix – Maharashtra, India

$35.00
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Front view of bright blue cavansite rosettes in gray cavities on reddish-brown matrix mounted on a black base
  • Front view of bright blue cavansite rosettes in gray cavities on reddish-brown matrix mounted on a black base
  • Cavansite matrix specimen shown upright beneath a clear protective display cover
  • Side view showing blue cavansite aggregates along gray cavity material in reddish-brown matrix
  • Rear view of the specimen showing its mostly reddish-brown matrix surface with pale mineral traces
  • Opposite side view showing scattered electric-blue cavansite rosettes around gray drusy cavities
  • Front view of bright blue cavansite rosettes in gray cavities on reddish-brown matrix mounted on a black base
  • Cavansite matrix specimen shown upright beneath a clear protective display cover
  • Side view showing blue cavansite aggregates along gray cavity material in reddish-brown matrix
  • Rear view of the specimen showing its mostly reddish-brown matrix surface with pale mineral traces
  • Opposite side view showing scattered electric-blue cavansite rosettes around gray drusy cavities
Cavansite Rosettes on Matrix – Maharashtra, India

Cavansite Rosettes on Matrix – Maharashtra, India

$35.00

About This Specimen

This cavansite specimen from Maharashtra, India features several small, electric-blue radiating aggregates set within gray drusy cavities in a reddish-brown matrix. The strongest blue rosette sits near the upper display face, while additional blue accents lead the eye across the textured surface.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Cavansite matrix specimen
  • Locality: Maharashtra, India
  • Form & Structure: Small radiating cavansite rosettes and aggregates lining cavities in matrix
  • Color: Electric-blue cavansite against sparkling gray to off-white cavity material and reddish-brown matrix
  • Rarity: Scarce mineral species, although Maharashtra matrix specimens are established in the collector market
  • Mohs Hardness: 3–4
  • Luster: Vitreous to pearly
  • Chemical Formula: Ca(VO)Si4O10·4H2O
  • Specimen Size: Small Cabinet
  • Dimensions: 5.4 × 2.8 × 3.4 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 50.3 g — mineral only
  • Total / Display Weight: 98.7 g

About Cavansite

Cavansite is a hydrated calcium vanadium silicate best known for its intense blue color and radiating crystal aggregates. It crystallizes in the orthorhombic system and is especially prized when its blue rosettes contrast sharply with pale cavity minerals and darker host rock.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In modern crystal traditions, cavansite is associated with insight, clear communication, reflection, and intention-setting. Collectors interested in spiritual practices may use it as a symbolic focus for meditation or contemplative display. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The scattered electric-blue rosettes create vivid focal points across a rugged, cavity-rich matrix, with the upright mount providing a ready-made display orientation. Its contrast and multiple viewing angles make it an appealing compact collector specimen.

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