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Zincite and Franklinite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Franklinite)

 
Zincite and Franklinite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Franklinite)

Zincite and Franklinite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Franklinite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 18294
Mineral:Zincite and Franklinite
Locality:Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Franklinite)
Description:Heavy specimen with mixture of red zincite and dark, metallic franklinite crystals from the type locality for both minerals. A few flesh-colored willemite crystals (fluoresces green under UV illumination) scattered throughout.
Overall Size:8x7x4 cm
Crystals:3-4 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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