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Magnesite var. Breunnerite from Val di Vizze, Bolzano, Italy

 
Magnesite var. Breunnerite from Val di Vizze, Bolzano, Italy

DESCRIPTION:No. 22699
Mineral:Magnesite var. Breunnerite
Locality:Val di Vizze, Bolzano, Italy
Description:Rhombic crystals of breunnerite (iron-rich magnesite) in green schist matrix. The crystals are in parallel orientation and are translucent brown and hard to photograph - must be seen in person to be appreciated. Ex. Earl Calvert collection #2753; Roberto Palumbo (Italy)
Overall Size:6x3x2 cm
Crystals:1-2 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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