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Hematite var. Turgite from West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

 
Hematite var. Turgite from West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

DESCRIPTION:No. 18560
Mineral:Hematite var. Turgite
Locality:West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England
Description:Elongated formation of iridescent turgite with feather-like branching structure. The color is mostly dark gray with reddish tinting near the ends. Ex. Lyle Hardesty
Overall Size:6x2x1 cm
Crystals:5-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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