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Gypsum var. Selenite from Potomac River, Richmond, Virginia

 
Gypsum var. Selenite from Potomac River, Richmond, Virginia

DESCRIPTION:No. 3026
Mineral:Gypsum var. Selenite
Locality:Potomac River, Richmond, Virginia
Description:Translucent blades of colorless gypsum with opaque inclusions. Remnants of styrofoam glued to back. From hard to find D.C. area locality. ex. J. Cilen (1916-1997)
Overall Size:7x6x6 cm
Crystals:3 cm blades
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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