Bikitaite

Bikitaite is a rare zeolite occurring in only two known localities, as an alteration product of spodumene in lithium-rich pegmatite dikes. This plate is rich with crystals to 2cm perched on matrix, thus protected and in good shape. Although you may see quite a few specimens in this update don’t be fooled. This is RARE material!

Locality: Foote Lithium Company Mine, Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, North Carolina

Composition:   lithium tectosilicate and calcium fluorophosphate