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Sunstone from Tamil Nadu, India (No.98)

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Sunstone from Tamil Nadu, India (No.98)Sunstone from Tamil Nadu, India

Measurements Approx.
Height - 7.2 cm
Width - 3.5 cm
Length - 4 cm



Sunstone is an oligoclase feldspar mineral. It is also known is some reference books as Aventurine Feldspar, a name derived from the stone’s resemblance to an accidentally discovered type of glass known as Ventura. Sunstone has a triclinic crystal system and usually occurs as compact aggregates. The colour is orange to red-brown, with sparkling inclusions. The name Sunstone comes from its warm colour and reflected light, reminiscent of the sun. Sunstone deposits are known in India, Canada, Norway, Russia and the USA.

  

  



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