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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 33630 |
| Mineral: | Graphite |
| Locality: | Tres Hermanos Mine, Cangas de Narcea, Oviedo, Asturias, Spain |
| Description: | Columnar formation of pure graphite, one of the few forms of native (naturally occurring) carbon. The sides of the formation show vague layered structure that graphite is known for. Ex. John A. Rorer, Jr. collection #033; Ex. Giovanni Signorelli's collection |
| Overall Size: | 6x4x3.5 cm |
| Crystals: | 3.5 cm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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