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Orthoclase var. Adularia from Maderanertal, Kanton Uri, Switzerland

 
Orthoclase var. Adularia from Maderanertal, Kanton Uri, Switzerland

DESCRIPTION:No. 31859
Mineral:Orthoclase var. Adularia
Locality:Maderanertal, Kanton Uri, Switzerland
Description:Excellent example of adularia twinned variety of orthoclase feldspar on matrix with clinochlore and smoky quartz. The adularia twins are symmetric and easily visible. Ex. Dr. N. Luppescu
Overall Size:8x5x4 cm
Crystals:.5-30 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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