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Calcite on Adamite from Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico

 
Calcite on Adamite from Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Calcite on Adamite from Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 22824
Mineral:Calcite on Adamite
Locality:Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
Description:Sparkling cluster of water-clear calcite crystals up to 6 mm overgrown of yellow adamite crystals up to 4 mm. The adamite fluoresces green under UV illumination. Looks beautiful under magnification.
Overall Size:7.5x4x3 cm
Crystals:2-6 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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