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Diaspore from Chester Emery Mines, Hampton County, Massachusetts

 
Diaspore from Chester Emery Mines, Hampton County, Massachusetts

Diaspore from Chester Emery Mines, Hampton County, Massachusetts

Diaspore from Chester Emery Mines, Hampton County, Massachusetts

DESCRIPTION:No. 23484
Mineral:Diaspore
Locality:Chester Emery Mines, Hampton County, Massachusetts
Description:Superb specimen of lilac-purple diaspore in green schist matrix. The diaspore is glassy and translucent with excellent color, though it is hard to photograph and must be seen to be appreciated. A classic New England specimen with excellent provenance. Ex. A.E. Seaman Museum; Ex. Michigan School of Mines #4259
Overall Size:9x8x5.5 cm
Crystals:1-3 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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