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Sphalerite from Redlands Quarry, Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York

 
Sphalerite from Redlands Quarry, Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York

Sphalerite from Redlands Quarry, Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York

DESCRIPTION:No. 39011
Mineral:Sphalerite
Locality:Redlands Quarry, Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York
Description:Superb specimen of translucent golden-brown sphalerite crystals with compound crystal form and lustrous crystal faces. Sphalerite is an uncommon mineral in this limestone quarry and highly sought after by collectors. Ex. Arnold Goldstein (1941-2020) #98; collected April 15, 1998
Overall Size:5.5x4x3 cm
Crystals:3-9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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