AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from New York > Quartz var. Herkimer Diamond |
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DESCRIPTION: | No. 81586 |
Mineral: | Quartz var. Herkimer Diamond |
Locality: | Middleville, Herkimer County, New York |
Description: | Lustrous top-quality transparent Herkimer Diamond quartz crystal, the doubly-terminated variety of quartz from the Herkimer area, with few internal flaws or inclusions. The Herkimer Diamond's smoky color is caused by microscopic hydrocarbon inclusions. Weight: 9.9 grams. Ex. R. Klinger collection |
Overall Size: | 27x21x17 mm |
Crystals: | 27 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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