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Zincite and Tephroite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Tephroite)

 
Zincite and Tephroite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Tephroite)

Zincite and Tephroite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Tephroite)

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Zincite and Tephroite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Tephroite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 28361
Mineral:Zincite and Tephroite
Locality:Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Zincite and Tephroite)
Description:Rich specimen of nearly pure zincite with deep-red color with brown masses of tephroite. Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970); ex. Dr. J. B. S. Egee (?-1930)
Overall Size:9x6x5 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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