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Albite var. Moonstone from Mineral Hill, Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania

 
Albite var. Moonstone from Mineral Hill, Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania

Albite var. Moonstone from Mineral Hill, Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania

DESCRIPTION:No. 27920
Mineral:Albite var. Moonstone
Locality:Mineral Hill, Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Description:Translucent cleavage of colorless microcline with superb blue Schiller-effect (reflected light with strong color change) making this specimen an outstanding specimen of moonstone that this locality is famous for. Must be seen to be appreciated! Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970)
Overall Size:3.5x2.5x1.5 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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