Mont Saint-Hilaire

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Canada · Quebec
Aegirine from Mont Saint-Hilaire, Canada
Photo: Géry PARENT · CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Mont Saint-Hilaire, Quebec, is one of the most species-rich localities in the world — an alkaline intrusion famous among systematic collectors.

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What it is known for

The nepheline-syenite complex has produced hundreds of mineral species, including many type-locality rarities, alongside fine aegirine, analcime, serandite, and natrolite.

What collectors look for

Serandite-analcime associations and the locality's many rare species are the draw; aesthetic micro-to-cabinet pieces are highly collected.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Mont Saint-Hilaire?

Mont Saint-Hilaire is a mineral locality in Quebec, Canada. It lies at approximately 45.5500°N, 73.1500°W. Elevation is about 410 m.

What minerals are found at Mont Saint-Hilaire?

Signature minerals from Mont Saint-Hilaire include Analcime, Aegirine, Serandite, Natrolite. The locality lies in Quebec, Canada, and each mineral links to a full reference entry with formula, crystal system, and collector notes.

What is Mont Saint-Hilaire known for?

Mont Saint-Hilaire, Quebec, is one of the most species-rich localities in the world — an alkaline intrusion famous among systematic collectors.

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