Kakortokite Sphere - Greenland

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SKU: MSG1476
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37 grams, 1.25" Diameter

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A beautiful 1.25" diameter stone sphere of kakortokite, with fascinating patterns of arfvedsonite crystals and spots of red eudialyte.

Kakortokite is the rare combination of Eudialyte, Nepheline Syenite and Arfvedsonite that is found in the Greenland. It is used to make cabochons and takes a polish well.

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Ciara
Gorgeous!

Delighted to receive this beautiful little sphere of such a rare stone - thanks a million!

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