MARIALITE
(Na,Ca)₄(Si,Al)₁₂O₂₄(Cl,CO₃,SO₄)
Mpwapwa, near Dodoma, Tanzania

Marialite is a member of the scapolite mineral series. Only rarely does it occur in gem-quality crystals. This specimen is notable for its transparency, excellent form, rich honey color, and large size.

Size / Weight: 5.4 cm tall; 2,720 carats

Acquired: 1991 purchase, Hixon Fund.

Disposition: On display in the Systematic Mineralogy exhibit.

Catalog Number: 36024