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Quartz pseudomorphs after Anhydrite from Houdaille Quarry, Montclair State University, Essex County, New Jersey

 
Quartz pseudomorphs after Anhydrite from Houdaille Quarry, Montclair State University, Essex County, New Jersey

Quartz pseudomorphs after Anhydrite from Houdaille Quarry, Montclair State University, Essex County, New Jersey

Quartz pseudomorphs after Anhydrite from Houdaille Quarry, Montclair State University, Essex County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 62504
Mineral:Quartz pseudomorphs after Anhydrite
Locality:Houdaille Quarry, Montclair State University, Essex County, New Jersey
Description:Classic cluster of colorless quartz pseudomorphs after prismatic anhydrite crystals to 30 mm long. The anhydrite crystallized first, was coated with thin quartz layer, then the anhydrite dissolved leaving cavities in the shape of the anhydrite crystals.
Overall Size:9x8x5.5 cm
Crystals:15-30 mm pseudos
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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