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Savda (Sawda) Zeolite Quarry Complex Rockhounding & Mineral Guide

Quick answer

Savda is one of Maharashtra’s best documented Deccan Trap zeolite specimen-producing quarry complexes. Collector and field-study evidence confirms material has been collected here, but quarry access is permission-controlled. Access status: Permission required.

MaterialsApophyllite, Heulandite, Stilbite, Scolecite, Calcite, Zeolites, Quartz
Locality typeQuarry
Access statusPermission required
Map precisionPublished quarry coordinate; reference only
DistrictJalgaon
ReviewedSeptember 8, 2026

What is documented here?

Mindat identifies Savda/Sawda as the quarry complex behind many specimens labelled Jalgaon; collector literature and a recent field study document specimen/zeolite collection from Savada quarries, road cuts and new quarry exposures.

Can you collect here?

Documented collector locality or field area. Obtain landowner/quarry/operator permission and verify current local restrictions before collecting; this map pin is not an access authorization.

Strong collector and geological evidence; access remains quarry/operator controlled.

Before visiting

Community or collector evidence establishes that material has been found here, but not that the land is open to recreational collecting. Confirm ownership, operator/mineral rights, protected status, safety and current rules before removing material.

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Related Maharashtra localities

Mahodari Quarry, Sinnar Narayangaon, Junnar Lonavala Quarry District Syed Pimpri Zeolite Locality

Field-use reminder: a geological occurrence or map pin does not create a right to collect.
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