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Sanidine (gem-grade) from Itrongay, Betroka Department, Tulear Province, Madagascar

 
Sanidine (gem-grade) from Itrongay, Betroka Department, Tulear Province, Madagascar

Sanidine (gem-grade) from Itrongay, Betroka Department, Tulear Province, Madagascar

Sanidine (gem-grade) from Itrongay, Betroka Department, Tulear Province, Madagascar

DESCRIPTION:No. 80588
Mineral:Sanidine (gem-grade)
Locality:Itrongay, Betroka Department, Tulear Province, Madagascar
Description:Gem-grade (nearly flawless) yellow sanidine that was cleaved from a larger crystal. For many years these were identified as gem orthoclase, and many are labeled as such in collections, but recent analysis corrected the species to Sanidine. Weight: 41.3 grams. Ex. Miller #M2165
Overall Size:3.5x3x2.5 cm
Crystals:
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