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Fluorapatite in Quartz from Cerro de Mercado, Durango, Mexico

 
Fluorapatite in Quartz from Cerro de Mercado, Durango, Mexico

Fluorapatite in Quartz from Cerro de Mercado, Durango, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 24344
Mineral:Fluorapatite in Quartz
Locality:Cerro de Mercado, Durango, Mexico
Description:Flawless crystal (beautiful!) of yellow apatite in white chalcedony matrix. The chalcedony fluoresces bright green under UV illumination. One of the gemmiest specimens I have from this classic location. Minor damage.
Overall Size:6x4x3 cm
Crystals:20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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