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Anorthite var. Labradorite from Ukraine

 
Anorthite var. Labradorite from Ukraine

Anorthite var. Labradorite from Ukraine

DESCRIPTION:No. 28072
Mineral:Anorthite var. Labradorite
Locality:Ukraine
Description:Dark mass of labradorite with two sides cut to highlight the labradorescent effect (Schiller-effect causing play of color when illuminated at certain angles). The side that shows the labradorescence the best is one of the rough faces. Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970)
Overall Size:6x6x5 cm
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Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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