| AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from North Carolina > Corundum var. Sapphire |
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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 33690 |
| Mineral: | Corundum var. Sapphire |
| Locality: | Culsagee Mine, Macon County, North Carolina |
| Description: | Seven green to blue sapphire crystals from the alluvial gem deposits of the Piedmont. The sapphire crystals are water-worn with matte exterior surfaces, but the gemmy interior is still apparent. Ex. John A. Rorer, Jr. collection #091; |
| Overall Size: | 5 cm vial |
| Crystals: | 5-8 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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