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Willemite with Franklinite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)

 
Willemite with Franklinite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Willemite with Franklinite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 41460
Mineral:Willemite with Franklinite
Locality:Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)
Description:Green willemite mixed with dark metallic franklinite showing a banded structure to the vein. The willemite fluoresces bright green under UV illumination. Green willemite is uncommon and highly sought after by collectors.
Overall Size:5x4.5x4 cm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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