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Anorthite var. Labradorite from Nain, Labrador, Newfoundland, Canada (Type Locality for Labradorite)

 
Anorthite var. Labradorite from Nain, Labrador, Newfoundland, Canada (Type Locality for Labradorite)

Anorthite var. Labradorite from Nain, Labrador, Newfoundland, Canada (Type Locality for Labradorite)

Anorthite var. Labradorite from Nain, Labrador, Newfoundland, Canada (Type Locality for Labradorite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 29096
Mineral:Anorthite var. Labradorite
Locality:Nain, Labrador, Newfoundland, Canada (Type Locality for Labradorite)
Description:Large black of dark labradorite with several areas that have bright blue labradorescence. Hard to photograph - it must be seen to be appreciated. One face is polished flat. Old pen-and-ink label attached. Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970)
Overall Size:10x6x4.5 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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