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Autunite from Spruce Pine District, Mitchell County, North Carolina

 
Autunite from Spruce Pine District, Mitchell County, North Carolina

Autunite from Spruce Pine District, Mitchell County, North Carolina

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Autunite from Spruce Pine District, Mitchell County, North Carolina

DESCRIPTION:No. 51143
Mineral:Autunite
Locality:Spruce Pine District, Mitchell County, North Carolina
Description:Yellow-green micaceous autunite crystals scattered over white feldspar. The autunite is readily identified under UV illumination where it fluoresces bright green. Ex. Peter B. Nalle (1923-2010) collection #278
Overall Size:8x4x3 cm
Crystals:1-2 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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