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Schorl Tourmaline on Quartz from Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico

 
Schorl Tourmaline on Quartz from Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico

Schorl Tourmaline on Quartz from Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 44245
Mineral:Schorl Tourmaline on Quartz
Locality:Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico
Description:Tapered sprays of black schorl tourmaline crystals to 25 mm with velvety surfaces the result of many crystals growing in a compact mass. The schorl crystals are crystallized over translucent gray quartz crystals up to 7 mm long. Ex. Steve Chamberlain collection #2286; acquired in 1981 from Wards
Overall Size:8x4.5x2 cm
Crystals:1-25 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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