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Gypsum var. Selenite from Walworth Quarry, Wayne County, New York

 
Gypsum var. Selenite from Walworth Quarry, Wayne County, New York

Gypsum var. Selenite from Walworth Quarry, Wayne County, New York

DESCRIPTION:No. 71774
Mineral:Gypsum var. Selenite
Locality:Walworth Quarry, Wayne County, New York
Description:Large crystal of selenite, the transparent colorless variety of the mineral species gypsum, with a cleavage face on one edge revealing the flawless interior of the crystal. The outer surfaces of the selenite contacted the cavity walls. From my private collection; collected ca. 2000
Overall Size:9x5x3 cm
Crystals:90 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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