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Aurichalcite and Calcite on Goethite from Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico

 
Aurichalcite and Calcite on Goethite from Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico

Aurichalcite and Calcite on Goethite from Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 25810
Mineral:Aurichalcite and Calcite on Goethite
Locality:Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
Description:Colorful specimen of orange-brown goethite with green aurichalcite overgrowth. Scattered on the aurichalcite are dark, 1 mm rhombic calcite crystals. Very attractive color contrast. Ex. Stuart F. Wise collection #401
Overall Size:8x4x1 cm
Crystals:.5-1 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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