Prehnite finger cast after Anhydrite with Calcite wire This is an example of

This is an example of a non-pegmatite gem mineral for which many collectors probably do not have a good specimen in their collections

the glowing reddish-umber color of the crystal looks beautiful (even without backlighting)

striated cavities where the once preexisting Anhydrite once grew

rich orange-red color

Prehnite finger cast after Anhydrite with Calcite wire This is an example ofA beautiful miniature sized specimen with a predominant finger shaped cast with wonderful luster, color and gemminess. The piece is associated with a pair of gemmy, white colored Calcite scalenohedra. Great quality for the material, and a worthwhile specimen from this fantastic discovery. The Prospect Park Quarry is arguably the most famous mineral producing basalt quarry in New Jersey and, for over a century, has provided collectors with impressive