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Quartz (optical-grade) from Telluride District, San Miguel County, Colorado

 
Quartz (optical-grade) from Telluride District, San Miguel County, Colorado

Quartz (optical-grade) from Telluride District, San Miguel County, Colorado

DESCRIPTION:No. 80372
Mineral:Quartz (optical-grade)
Locality:Telluride District, San Miguel County, Colorado
Description:Lustrous transparent colorless quartz crystal with no matrix. The quartz crystal is flawless, optical-grade in the upper half, commonly labeled as Muzo-habit. The quartz crystal has tapered striated prism faces. Two corners are chipped. Ex. Miller #M533; originally acquired ca. 1989 from Topaz Gem & Mineral, Boulder, Colorado
Overall Size:6.5x2x1.5 cm
Crystals:65 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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