Aphthitalite

K3Na(SO4)2

Aphthitalite forms as colourless to white to brown aggregates. It forms in caves and is derived from bat guano.

Selected Australian Occurrences:

  • Murra-el-elevyn Cave, Western Australia.
  • Petrogale Cave, Western Australia.
  • Toppin Hill, Western Australia.
Aphthitalite Murra-el-elevyn Cave, Cocklebiddy, Western Australia. Specimen measures 48x32mm. Peter Hall specimen and photo.