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Anthophyllite from Wissahickon Creek, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

 
Anthophyllite from Wissahickon Creek, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Anthophyllite from Wissahickon Creek, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

DESCRIPTION:No. 27751
Mineral:Anthophyllite
Locality:Wissahickon Creek, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Description:Large cluster of anthophyllite crystals in radiating aggregates up to 10 mm diameter. In small voids, the anthophyllite crystals are terminated. Good specimen from inner Philadelphia (1/2 mile from city hall). Ex. Stuart F. Wise collection #258
Overall Size:14x10x6 mm
Crystals:4-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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