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Topaz on rhyolite from Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah

 
Topaz on rhyolite from Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah

Topaz on rhyolite from Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah

DESCRIPTION:No. 29445
Mineral:Topaz on rhyolite
Locality:Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah
Description:Two flawless crystals of sherry-colored topaz on rhyolite matrix. Matrix specimens are rare because the topaz commonly cleaves off the matrix during extraction. The topaz crystals are perfect: great color, excellent luster,
Overall Size:30x28x20 mm
Crystals:8-12 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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