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Sodalite with Orthoclase from Princess Mine, Bancroft, Ontario, Canada

 
Sodalite with Orthoclase from Princess Mine, Bancroft, Ontario, Canada

Sodalite with Orthoclase from Princess Mine, Bancroft, Ontario, Canada

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Sodalite with Orthoclase from Princess Mine, Bancroft, Ontario, Canada

DESCRIPTION:No. 25825
Mineral:Sodalite with Orthoclase
Locality:Princess Mine, Bancroft, Ontario, Canada
Description:Massive specimen of deep blue sodalite with a rectangular inclusion of light-colored orthoclase that fluoresces red under UV illumination. Excellent blue color! Ex. Stuart F. Wise collection #142
Overall Size:9x7x4 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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