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Dolomite from Smithfield, Providence County, Rhode Island

 
Dolomite from Smithfield, Providence County, Rhode Island

Dolomite from Smithfield, Providence County, Rhode Island

DESCRIPTION:No. 38414
Mineral:Dolomite
Locality:Smithfield, Providence County, Rhode Island
Description:Compact mass of crystallized white dolomite with distinct crystal faces visible under magnification. Notable because it was part of the collection donated to the Academy in 1812 by the American Philosophical Society. Ex. Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia collection #6077; ex. American Philosophical Society collection
Overall Size:9x5x6 cm
Crystals:0.5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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