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Londonderry Li deposit, Nepean, Western Australia, Australia

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Bavenite : Ca4Be2Al2Si9O26(OH)2

Londonderry Li deposit, Nepean, Western Australia, Australia

5.2 x 3.1 x 2.1 cm. Bavenite is a rare silicate, and this specimen is composed of almost solid bavenite in opaque, radiating sprays that interlock. They have a vitreous lustre to them. Ex. John White Collection.
 © Rob LavinskyPhoto ID: 249802    View Count: 18

Multiple photos availableElbaite : [Na][(Li,Al)3][Al6][(OH)3|OH|(BO3)3|Si6O18]

Londonderry Li deposit, Nepean, Western Australia, Australia

Pink elbaite (rubellite) crystals in feldspar, from one of the few locations for this mineral in Australia. Photo and specimen: R. Bottrill. Size: ~70mm long.
 © R. BottrillPhoto ID: 206187    View Count: 57
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