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Calcite from Tri-State Lead-Zinc Mining District, near Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri

 
Calcite from Tri-State Lead-Zinc Mining District, near Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri

Calcite from Tri-State Lead-Zinc Mining District, near Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri

DESCRIPTION:No. 37402
Mineral:Calcite
Locality:Tri-State Lead-Zinc Mining District, near Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri
Description:Large single scalenohedral crystal of translucent pale-yellow calcite with no matrix attached, undoubtedly a specimen from the famous Boodle Lane (1892-1962). The tip and one edge are slightly chipped, but the surfaces are clean and lustrous. Ex. John Albanese (1898-1969), ex. John Albanese, Jr.
Overall Size:13x8x5 cm
Crystals:13 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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