Apophyllite on Stilbite

Magnificent new find! An extraordinary pocket of Apophyllite discovered at the end of 2023. The crystals have a luminosity and brilliance never before seen; as soon as the specimens are illuminated, the light is reflected brilliantly, the white stilbite matrix adding contrast to this mirror-like effect. These microcrystals form very aesthetically pleasing spheres with perfect crystallization. These pieces remind me, in appearance, of certain Rhodochrosites from South Africa (typically "the N'Chwanning snail") which have this density of color and incomparable luster. The group of crystals measures 1.2 cm in diameter, harmoniously arranged on its stilbite matrix. An excellent thumbnail!