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Actinolite pseudomorph after Diopside (Uralite) from Calumet Mine, 12 km NNE of Salida, Chaffee County, Colorado

 
Actinolite pseudomorph after Diopside (Uralite) from Calumet Mine, 12 km NNE of Salida, Chaffee County, Colorado

Actinolite pseudomorph after Diopside (Uralite) from Calumet Mine, 12 km NNE of Salida, Chaffee County, Colorado

DESCRIPTION:No. 18748
Mineral:Actinolite pseudomorph after Diopside (Uralite)
Locality:Calumet Mine, 12 km NNE of Salida, Chaffee County, Colorado
Description:Pocket of many blocky actinolite pseudomorphs after diopside crystals up to 15 mm long. The pseudomorphs are olive-green and extend into the cavity from all directions. Classic pseudomorph specimen.
Overall Size:11x7x7 cm
Crystals:3-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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