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Cerussite in Galena from Wheatley Mine, Phoenixville, Chester County, Pennsylvania

 
Cerussite in Galena from Wheatley Mine, Phoenixville, Chester County, Pennsylvania

Cerussite in Galena from Wheatley Mine, Phoenixville, Chester County, Pennsylvania

DESCRIPTION:No. 18875
Mineral:Cerussite in Galena
Locality:Wheatley Mine, Phoenixville, Chester County, Pennsylvania
Description:Translucent, yellow-brown cerussite crystals in a crevice in massive galena matrix. The crystals extend to both sides of the pocket and have lustrous surfaces. Classic specimen. Ex. Westtown School (West Chester, Pa.) Collection no. 7519 (ca. 1880).
Overall Size:5x4x3 cm
Crystals:5-7 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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