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Willemite in Calcite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

 
Willemite in Calcite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Willemite in Calcite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 28030
Mineral:Willemite in Calcite
Locality:Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey
Description:Large tan-colored willemite crystals frozen in white calcite matrix. Under UV illumination the willemite fluoresces bright green and the calcite fluoresces bright orange. Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970)
Overall Size:11x6x5 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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