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Realgar on Orpiment from Getchell Mine, Humboldt County, Nevada

 
Realgar on Orpiment from Getchell Mine, Humboldt County, Nevada

Realgar on Orpiment from Getchell Mine, Humboldt County, Nevada

DESCRIPTION:No. 12957
Mineral:Realgar on Orpiment
Locality:Getchell Mine, Humboldt County, Nevada
Description:Blocky yellow orpiment crystals up to 1 cm with overgrowth of bright red acicular realgar crystals up to 4 mm. This specimen is quite stunning under magnification. ex. Al Sebela (1921-2000) collection
Overall Size:7x4x3 cm
Crystals:2-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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