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Rhodonite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

 
Rhodonite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Rhodonite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 13178
Mineral:Rhodonite
Locality:Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey
Description:Pink rhodonite crystals with white calcite and brown willemite. The fluoresces orange and green under UV illumination. This is a highly sought after mineral from a famous locality, now closed. ex. Al Sebela (1921-2000) collection
Overall Size:7x6x5 cm
Crystals:2-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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