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Sphalerite var. Marmatite from French Creek Iron Mine, St. Peters, Chester County, Pennsylvania

 
Sphalerite var. Marmatite from French Creek Iron Mine, St. Peters, Chester County, Pennsylvania

DESCRIPTION:No. 20285
Mineral:Sphalerite var. Marmatite
Locality:French Creek Iron Mine, St. Peters, Chester County, Pennsylvania
Description:Complex cluster of black sphalerite, variety marmatite. The sides are cleaved faces and the top surfaces are terminated with several distinct crystals. Uncommon mineral for the locality. Ex. Robert C. Linck (1905-1970)
Overall Size:20x17x15 mm
Crystals:4-6 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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