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Sphalerite and Zincite (fluorescent) from San Francisco Mine, Beaver County, Utah

 
Sphalerite and Zincite (fluorescent) from San Francisco Mine, Beaver County, Utah

Sphalerite and Zincite (fluorescent) from San Francisco Mine, Beaver County, Utah

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Sphalerite and Zincite (fluorescent) from San Francisco Mine, Beaver County, Utah

DESCRIPTION:No. 20885
Mineral:Sphalerite and Zincite (fluorescent)
Locality:San Francisco Mine, Beaver County, Utah
Description:Heavy specimen of massive sphalerite with red zincite embedded in the surface. The sphalerite fluoresces orange under UV illumination. Ex. Robert C. Linck (1905-1970)
Overall Size:9x5x5 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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