Polylithionite and Aegirine – Mont Saint Hilaire, Quebec

Product Details

• An authentic polylithionite and aegirine specimen from Mont Saint Hilaire, Quebec, Canada.
• Mineral offered in thumbnail specimen box with identification tag.
• The mineral showcased is unique and is the one sent out.
• Ideal for all types of collectors.

Minera Emporium’s exclusive collection showcases unique specimens sourced from the renown mineral locality of Mont Saint Hilaire.

Collectible Treasures: Polylithionite is a relatively rare mineral and is not commonly found in many localities around the world. It is a member of the mica group of minerals and is notable for its high lithium content, which sets it apart from other micas. This mineral’s rarity and unique properties, including its color, transparency, and lithium content, make it highly sought-after among collectors, adding to its desirability and value in the world of mineral collecting. This particular specimen showcases a perfect rosette of polylithionite and aegirine blades.

Locality: The primary and most famous locality for Polylithionite is Mont Saint-Hilaire in Quebec, Canada, renowned for its exceptional mineral diversity and prolific source of various rare minerals. While polylithionite can be found in a few other places, such occurrences are generally less common, like certain pegmatite deposits and lithium-rich granitic rocks worldwide, which are typically less significant in terms of mineral quality and quantity compared to Mont Saint-Hilaire.