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Fluorite with Chalcopyrite from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

 
Fluorite with Chalcopyrite from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Fluorite with Chalcopyrite from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

DESCRIPTION:No. 19298
Mineral:Fluorite with Chalcopyrite
Locality:Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois
Description:Corner portion of a cubic fluorite crystal. The fluorite is a bright yellow color with lustrous crystal faces. Included 2 mm beneath the surface are 1-2 mm chalcopyrite crystals. Fluoresces under UV illumination. Acquired in 1976. Ex. Ben Clement
Overall Size:8x5x5 cm
Crystals:6 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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