This flat showcases Aegirine, Zircon, and Pyrochlore from Mt. Malosa, Zomba, Malawi—a renowned pegmatite locality known for hydrothermal crystal growth. Under consistent pressure and temperature conditions, these minerals formed well-developed crystal specimens on matrix.
Aegirine is a sodium-iron silicate with acicular to prismatic habits; Zircon is a durable high-temperature silicate presenting as prismatic crystals; and Pyrochlore is a sodium-iron chloride silicate forming blocky to cubic aggregates. This assemblage exemplifies classic alkaline pegmatite parageneses and highlights the geological complexity of the Malosa pegmatite.
Collectors value the distinct crystal faces and strong matrix attachment, which ensure secure handling. The combination of these three mineral groups offers exceptional display quality for systematic collections and premium showcase cases, underscoring both the scientific significance and aesthetic appeal of the specimens.