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Chrysocolla with Quartz from Twin Buttes Mine, south of Tucson, Pima County, Arizona

 
Chrysocolla with Quartz from Twin Buttes Mine, south of Tucson, Pima County, Arizona

Chrysocolla with Quartz from Twin Buttes Mine, south of Tucson, Pima County, Arizona

Chrysocolla with Quartz from Twin Buttes Mine, south of Tucson, Pima County, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:No. 41941
Mineral:Chrysocolla with Quartz
Locality:Twin Buttes Mine, south of Tucson, Pima County, Arizona
Description:Double-sided specimen of sparkling blue chrysocolla coated with transparent quartz microcrystals that are highly reflective. Great color and coverage. I have seen similar specimens from the Ray Mine, but Twin Buttes Mine specimens are much rarer. Ex. Robert C. Lambert (1919-2008) #393
Overall Size:7x5x4 cm
Crystals:micro
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