Cavansite with Heulandite and Mordenite – Maharashtra, India
About This Specimen
This Maharashtra specimen features a vivid electric-blue cavansite cluster set prominently against white fibrous mordenite, cream heulandite crystals, and reddish-brown matrix. Its upright profile and strong color contrast create an appealing miniature display with texture visible across the principal face.
Specimen Details
- Mineral / Specimen Type: Cavansite with heulandite and mordenite on matrix
- Locality: Maharashtra, India
- Form & Structure: Radiating cavansite cluster with fibrous mordenite and blocky heulandite crystals on matrix
- Color: Electric blue cavansite with white fibrous coatings, cream crystals, and reddish-brown matrix
- Rarity: Uncommon — cavansite is a sought-after collector mineral, although Maharashtra specimens are established in the mineral market
- Mohs Hardness: 3–4 (cavansite)
- Luster: Vitreous on cavansite crystal surfaces; silky to pearly across associated zeolites
- Chemical Formula: Ca(VO)Si4O10·4H2O (cavansite)
- Specimen Size: Small Cabinet
- Dimensions: 3.6 × 2.2 × 5.6 cm
- Specimen Weight: 42.1 g (mineral only)
- Total / Display Weight: 91.0 g
About Cavansite
Cavansite is a hydrated calcium vanadium silicate recognized for its intense blue color and orthorhombic crystals, which commonly form radiating aggregates. With a Mohs hardness of 3–4 and the formula Ca(VO)Si4O10·4H2O, it is relatively delicate and is best handled by its matrix rather than by exposed crystals.
Traditional & Metaphysical Associations
In modern crystal traditions, cavansite is associated with insight, communication, contemplation, and intention-setting. Its vivid color also makes it a popular focal point for meditation spaces and personal mineral displays. 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 saturated blue cavansite cluster forms a striking focal point amid feathery white mordenite and pale heulandite crystals. Its naturally upright matrix and included display presentation make it especially well suited to a compact cabinet or desktop collection.
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