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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 44783 |
| Mineral: | Hematite (parting cleavage) |
| Locality: | Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey |
| Description: | Rectangular cleavage of metallic hematite with crisp edges and striated faces. These are locally called hematite partings because the deposit had distinct parting planes that facilitated sharp cleavage faces. Ex. Chas. W. Velte Jr. (1914-1987) collection #483 |
| Overall Size: | 6x3.5x1 cm |
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| Archived: | For reference only |
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