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Aurichalcite from Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

 
Aurichalcite from Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

Aurichalcite from Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

Aurichalcite from Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 58127
Mineral:Aurichalcite
Locality:Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico
Description:Pristine blue-green aurichalcite crystals in spherical aggregates to 15 mm diameter fully crystallized on all sides. The radiating fibrous structure of the aurichalcite crystals is visible on the exposed surfaces of the bottom. Ex. Robert P. Bates (1926-2008) collection #443
Overall Size:25x24x18 mm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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