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Apophyllite with Actinolite inclusions from Cornwall Iron Mines, Cornwall, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

 
Apophyllite with Actinolite inclusions from Cornwall Iron Mines, Cornwall, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

Apophyllite with Actinolite inclusions from Cornwall Iron Mines, Cornwall, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

Apophyllite with Actinolite inclusions from Cornwall Iron Mines, Cornwall, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

DESCRIPTION:No. 51523
Mineral:Apophyllite with Actinolite inclusions
Locality:Cornwall Iron Mines, Cornwall, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
Description:Classic specimen of lustrous translucent tabular apophyllite crystals with microscopic actinolite inclusions throughout that give the apophyllite crystals an olive-green color. The complex crystals are difficult to photograph - must be seen in person. Ex. Larry Krause (1945-2010) collection
Overall Size:3.5x3x2 cm
Crystals:1-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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