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Stevensite pseudomorphs after Pectolite from Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

 
Stevensite pseudomorphs after Pectolite from Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

Stevensite pseudomorphs after Pectolite from Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

Stevensite pseudomorphs after Pectolite from Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 38363
Mineral:Stevensite pseudomorphs after Pectolite
Locality:Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey
Description:Pinkish clay mineral stevensite that formed from the alteration of pectolite crystals up to 15 mm. The radiating shape of the pectolite is still visible, often defined by shrinkage fractures. Stevensite was first described 15 miles away at Bergen Hill. Ex. Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia collection #9022, collected by Sam Gordon (1897-1952) in 1917
Overall Size:8x5x4 cm
Crystals:5-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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