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Neptunite from Benitoite Gem Mine, San Benito County, California

 
Neptunite from Benitoite Gem Mine, San Benito County, California

Neptunite from Benitoite Gem Mine, San Benito County, California

DESCRIPTION:No. 25349
Mineral:Neptunite
Locality:Benitoite Gem Mine, San Benito County, California
Description:Single neptunite standing vertically off matrix. The crystal appear to be black, but when well illuminated, and observed with magnification, appears translucent red. No damage
Overall Size:3x2x1.5 cm
Crystals:10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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