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Analcime and Calcite from New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

 
Analcime and Calcite from New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

Analcime and Calcite from New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 28014
Mineral:Analcime and Calcite
Locality:New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey
Description:Basalt matrix covered on one face with white analcime crystals up to 12 mm with partial overgrowth of translucent calcite crystals up to 10 mm. The calcite has been cleaned with a weak acid solution to remove surface coating. Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970)
Overall Size:8x7x4 cm
Crystals:3-12 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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