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Calcite from Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

 
Calcite from Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

Calcite from Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

Calcite from Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 33928
Mineral:Calcite
Locality:Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico
Description:Sparkling cluster of thin colorless calcite crystals with internal clarity varying from transparent to translucent. The rear has a number matching the Smithsonian label that accompanies the specimen. Great luster and well crystallized. Ex. Smithsonian Collection #84938; ex. John A. Rorer, Jr. collection #328
Overall Size:6x3.5x1.5 cm
Crystals:5-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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