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Spinel Twin from Yen Bai Province, Vietnam

 
Spinel Twin from Yen Bai Province, Vietnam

Spinel Twin from Yen Bai Province, Vietnam

DESCRIPTION:No. 13935
Mineral:Spinel Twin
Locality:Yen Bai Province, Vietnam
Description:Classic example of twinned spinel crystals (spinel-law twin) from Vietnam. This is a large example, with very distinct twinning. Minor surface irregularities are due to calcite inclusion, now dissolved away. Good red-brown color.
Overall Size:4.5x3x3 cm
Crystals:4.5 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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