AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Mexico > Schorl Tourmaline on Quartz |
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DESCRIPTION: | No. 44245 |
Mineral: | Schorl Tourmaline on Quartz |
Locality: | Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico |
Description: | Tapered sprays of black schorl tourmaline crystals to 25 mm with velvety surfaces the result of many crystals growing in a compact mass. The schorl crystals are crystallized over translucent gray quartz crystals up to 7 mm long. Ex. Steve Chamberlain collection #2286; acquired in 1981 from Wards |
Overall Size: | 8x4.5x2 cm |
Crystals: | 1-25 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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