Selenite Palm Orange

Size: 6.5 x 5.5  x 2.5 Cm 

Weight: 110 Gram

Location: Madagascar 

Product Description:

The Orange Selenite Palm from Madagascar is a striking and rare natural mineral formation composed of selenite, a type of gypsum crystal, with a vibrant orange hue. This unique formation features delicate, transparent to translucent crystals that resemble the shape of a palm tree, with a sturdy base and intricate, branching crystals.

Geological Information

Selenite is a mineral composed of hydrated calcium sulfate (CaSO4·2H2O). It forms through the evaporation of ancient seas and salt lakes, often creating large, transparent crystals. The orange coloration of this selenite is due to the presence of iron oxide or other impurities.

Formation Process

The formation of selenite crystals like those found in the Orange Selenite Palm from Madagascar involves a process known as crystallization. As mineral-rich water evaporates, the concentration of dissolved minerals increases, eventually leading to the formation of crystals. In the case of selenite, the crystals can grow quite large, forming transparent to translucent, tabular crystals.