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Fluorapatite in Quartz from Cerro de Mercado, Durango, Mexico

 
Fluorapatite in Quartz from Cerro de Mercado, Durango, Mexico

Fluorapatite in Quartz from Cerro de Mercado, Durango, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 24347
Mineral:Fluorapatite in Quartz
Locality:Cerro de Mercado, Durango, Mexico
Description:Gemmy crystal of yellow apatite in quartz matrix. The upper portion of the crystal is nearly flawless - unusual for this locality where most of the crystals are small and heavily fractured. Part of the crystal is missing near the termination.
Overall Size:7x6x4 cm
Crystals:4 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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