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Rhodochrosite on Quartz from Djourhovoi Mine, Laki, Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria

 
Rhodochrosite on Quartz from Djourhovoi Mine, Laki, Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria

DESCRIPTION:No. 32080
Mineral:Rhodochrosite on Quartz
Locality:Djourhovoi Mine, Laki, Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria
Description:Cluster of transparent quartz crystals up to 22 mm long (one is missing) with red-brown crystals of rhodochrosite overgrown on selected surfaces. The rhodochrosite crystals coat the faces all in one direction, possibly due to fluid flow in the cavity.
Overall Size:5x4x4 cm
Crystals:.5-22 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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