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Clinochrysotile from Chrysotile, 42 km NNE of Globe, Gila County, Arizona

 
Clinochrysotile from Chrysotile, 42 km NNE of Globe, Gila County, Arizona

Clinochrysotile from Chrysotile, 42 km NNE of Globe, Gila County, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:No. 28574
Mineral:Clinochrysotile
Locality:Chrysotile, 42 km NNE of Globe, Gila County, Arizona
Description:Thick vein of golden clinochrysotile exhibiting the classic fibrous crystalline structure. This is a type of asbestos, but the long crystal length makes this variety relatively harmless. Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970)
Overall Size:6x3.5x3 cm
Crystals:3.5 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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