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Willemite (gemmy) from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

 
Willemite (gemmy) from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Willemite (gemmy) from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 21688
Mineral:Willemite (gemmy)
Locality:Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey
Description:Heavy specimen of green to yellow willemite with minor dark franklinite. The willemite has gemmy (transparent) areas in several areas. Fluoresces bright green under UV illumination. Ex. Frank Z. Edwards (1910-1982)
Overall Size:6x5x4 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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