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Topaz on Rhyolite from Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah

 
Topaz on Rhyolite from Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah

Topaz on Rhyolite from Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah

Topaz on Rhyolite from Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah

DESCRIPTION:No. 40153
Mineral:Topaz on Rhyolite
Locality:Topaz Mountain, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah
Description:Several gemmy sherry-colored topaz crystals embedded in white calcite filling a gas cavity in rhyolite volcanic matrix. A few of the topaz crystals are cleaved cleanly so it is hard to see that they are not terminated. Excellent color and clarity.
Overall Size:9x6x6 cm
Crystals:5-13 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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