Pikes Peak
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The Pikes Peak batholith in Colorado is the classic American locality for amazonite–smoky quartz associations.
About Pikes Peakextended article
What it is known for
Pikes Peak granite pockets yield blue-green amazonite (microcline) with smoky quartz, often with topaz and fluorite, in striking colour-contrasting groups.
What collectors look for
Amazonite-and-smoky-quartz clusters with strong colour and sharp crystals are the signature pieces.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pikes Peak?
Pikes Peak is a mineral locality in Colorado, USA. It lies at approximately 38.8405°N, 105.0442°W. Elevation is about 4302 m.
What minerals are found at Pikes Peak?
Signature minerals from Pikes Peak include Amazonite, Smoky Quartz, Topaz, Phenakite. The locality lies in Colorado, USA, and each mineral links to a full reference entry with formula, crystal system, and collector notes.
What is Pikes Peak known for?
The Pikes Peak batholith in Colorado is the classic American locality for amazonite–smoky quartz associations.
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