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Linarite and Barite from Hansonburg District, 8.5 km south of Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico

 
Linarite and Barite from Hansonburg District, 8.5 km south of Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico

Linarite and Barite from Hansonburg District, 8.5 km south of Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 15554
Mineral:Linarite and Barite
Locality:Hansonburg District, 8.5 km south of Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico
Description:Vein of brilliant blue linarite crystals running through milky quartz matrix. Overgrowth of pale yellow, crudely crystallized barite on top. The linarite is well exposed on the front and side. Ex. Rutgers University Geology Museum
Overall Size:13x8x5 cm
Crystals:2-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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