Aeschynite (Y) | Rare Mineral Display

Encased in a glass dome with wood base is a very well-crystallized specimen of Aeschynite (Y) in pegmatite matrix from Agder, Norway. This specimen was originally in the Alv Olav Robstad Collection.

The base is constructed of a solid wood that I finished with multiple dark walnut stains and top sealant coats. The glass dome is secured with a high quality silicone gel. Non-slip pads have been affixed to the base for a solid foundation. I have included a laminated label on the bottom of the base listing the rare mineral specimen included with the locales:

Aeschynite (Y)

Locality: Mølland Pegmatites, Iveland Pegmatite District, Agder, Norway

Ex. Alv Olav Robstad Collection / Ex. Persson

Formula: (Y,Ca,Fe,Th)(Ti,Nb)2(O,OH)6

~8kCPM on Radiacode 102 up against the glass

I will slowly be adding more of these displays over time to help fund my new mineral collecting hobby. These rare minerals were personally selected and acquired from well established collections located around the world.

Thank you for viewing and feel free to ask any questions - more photos can also be provided upon request!