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Calcite (Manganoan) from Idarado Mine, Ouray District, Ouray County, Colorado

 
Calcite (Manganoan) from Idarado Mine, Ouray District, Ouray County, Colorado

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Calcite (Manganoan) from Idarado Mine, Ouray District, Ouray County, Colorado

DESCRIPTION:No. 12469
Mineral:Calcite (Manganoan)
Locality:Idarado Mine, Ouray District, Ouray County, Colorado
Description:Clean cluster of pink manganese-rich calcite crystals up to 25 mm long. The calcite fluoresces bright orange under UV illumination. No damage. Originally acquired from E. Schlepp in 1988. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #M514
Overall Size:9x9x3 cm
Crystals:5-25 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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