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Datolite nodule with Hematite and Copper inclusions (cabochon) from Keweenaw Peninsula Copper District, Michigan

 
Datolite nodule with Hematite and Copper inclusions (cabochon) from Keweenaw Peninsula Copper District, Michigan

Datolite nodule with Hematite and Copper inclusions (cabochon) from Keweenaw Peninsula Copper District, Michigan

Datolite nodule with Hematite and Copper inclusions (cabochon) from Keweenaw Peninsula Copper District, Michigan

DESCRIPTION:No. 78490
Mineral:Datolite nodule with Hematite and Copper inclusions (cabochon)
Locality:Keweenaw Peninsula Copper District, Michigan
Description:Polished dome-shaped cabochon of a datolite nodule that has pink core color caused by microscopic hematite and copper inclusions. These datolite nodules are unique to the Keweenaw Peninsula and highly sought by local collectors, especially pinks. From my personal collection, originally acquired from Hal Kramer; collected ca. 1980
Overall Size:22x22x7 mm
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Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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