Pollucite is a zeolite mineral with the formula (Cs,Na) 2 Al 2 Si 4 O 12 ·2H 2 O with iron, calcium, rubidium and potassium as common substituting elements. It is important as a significant ore …

Named after Pollux, a figure from Greek mythology, brother of Castor, for its common association with "castorite" (petalite). The name was later changed to the current pollucite.

Jan 15, 2021 · Everything you ever wanted to know about pollucite. Find value guidelines, scientific data, expert comments, and more in our Gemstone Listings.

Aug 28, 2023 · Pollucite is a rare zeolite gem sought-after by collectors. It’s better known for its importance as a cesium ore. Learn pollucite’s prices, uses, history, and benefits in this guide!

Nov 26, 2024 · Pollucite is a rare mineral composed primarily of cesium aluminosilicate (CsAlSi₂O₆·H₂O) and is part of the zeolite group. It is notable for its high cesium content, …

structure and crystal chemistry of pollucite, (Cs,Na)16Al16Si32O96 ·nH2O: A natural microporous material of interest in nuclear technology. Amer. Mineral., 94, 1560-1568.

Pollucite. Comments: Isometric crystal of pollucite with clear quartz and sucrosic albite matrix. Location: Shigar mine, Dossu, Skardu, Pakistan. Scale: 14.6x10x11.5 cm. © Fabre Minerals

Mar 9, 2025 · Pollucite, a rare mineral, holds a unique place in the world of geology. Its high cesium content makes it valuable for various industrial applications, especially in electronics …

Pollucite occurs only in complex, rare-element granitic pegmatite dikes as a product of extreme alkali-metal fractionation. It crystallizes as one of the latest primary mineral phases in the …

Jan 22, 2023 · Pollucite, a cesium-containing zeolite, isn’t particularly rare in itself, but fluorescence in pollucite is quite uncommon. This specimen shows pale yellow fluorescence …