| AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Mexico > Gypsum var. Desert Rose |
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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 37691 |
| Mineral: | Gypsum var. Desert Rose |
| Locality: | Sonora, Mexico |
| Description: | Sculptural formation of bladed gypsum crystals that displays nicely in several orientations. The gypsum crystals are included with sand particles giving them a sandy appearance. This formation is referred to as a Desert Rose. |
| Overall Size: | 11x8x7 cm |
| Crystals: | 1-6 cm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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