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Quartz pseudomorph after Anhydrite from Prospect Park Quarry, Prospect Park, Passaic County, New Jersey

 
Quartz pseudomorph after Anhydrite from Prospect Park Quarry, Prospect Park, Passaic County, New Jersey

Quartz pseudomorph after Anhydrite from Prospect Park Quarry, Prospect Park, Passaic County, New Jersey

Quartz pseudomorph after Anhydrite from Prospect Park Quarry, Prospect Park, Passaic County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 69883
Mineral:Quartz pseudomorph after Anhydrite
Locality:Prospect Park Quarry, Prospect Park, Passaic County, New Jersey
Description:Fan-shaped formation of sparkling white epimorphs after prismatic anhydrite crystals to 60 mm mounted to an acrylic base to stand upright. The anhydrite formed first, was overgrown by quartz, then the anhydrite dissolved leaving hollow molds. Ex. John Geiges collection #425, acquired in 1996; ex. T. L. Baskin (1915-1987)
Overall Size:6.5x4x1.5 cm
Crystals:10-60 mm pseudos
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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