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Strontianite from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

 
Strontianite from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Strontianite from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

DESCRIPTION:No. 34119
Mineral:Strontianite
Locality:Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois
Description:Elongated scalenohedral strontianite crystals with minor matrix attached to the bottom. The strontianite crystals are translucent, pale brown color, and fluoresce white under UV illumination. A few crystals have cleaved tips.
Overall Size:5x4x2 cm
Crystals:3-30 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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