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Calcite from Dyer Quarry, Birdsboro, Berks County, Pennsylvania

 
Calcite from Dyer Quarry, Birdsboro, Berks County, Pennsylvania

Calcite from Dyer Quarry, Birdsboro, Berks County, Pennsylvania

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Calcite from Dyer Quarry, Birdsboro, Berks County, Pennsylvania

DESCRIPTION:No. 28316
Mineral:Calcite
Locality:Dyer Quarry, Birdsboro, Berks County, Pennsylvania
Description:Elongated plate covered with translucent, golden calcite crystals. The crystals are rhombic form with lustrous surfaces. Ex. Stuart F. Wise collection
Overall Size:5.5x3x1 cm
Crystals:2-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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