AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Switzerland > Orthoclase var. Adularia |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 42836 |
Mineral: | Orthoclase var. Adularia |
Locality: | Switzerland |
Description: | Exceptionally large translucent adularia crystals on matrix with limonite staining in areas. The adularia crystals have glassy faces with striated patters throughout. The complex crystals are hard to photograph and must be seen in person to appreciate. Ex. Carnegie Museum auction November 11, 2003 |
Overall Size: | 13x12x7 cm |
Crystals: | 1-90 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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