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Quartz var. Cellular (nickel-rich) from Thio, New Caledonia

 
Quartz var. Cellular (nickel-rich) from Thio, New Caledonia

Quartz var. Cellular (nickel-rich) from Thio, New Caledonia

DESCRIPTION:No. 25806
Mineral:Quartz var. Cellular (nickel-rich)
Locality:Thio, New Caledonia
Description:Banded green quartz with rectangular cavities, possible casts after a zeolite mineral. The green color is due to high nickel content. Good solid material - could be used for lapidary carving or cabochons. Ex. Stuart F. Wise collection #3
Overall Size:6x5x2.5 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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