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Rhodonite with Andradite Garnet and Biotite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

 
Rhodonite with Andradite Garnet and Biotite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

Rhodonite with Andradite Garnet and Biotite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Rhodonite with Andradite Garnet and Biotite from Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 46802
Mineral:Rhodonite with Andradite Garnet and Biotite
Locality:Franklin Mining District, Sussex County, New Jersey
Description:Solid mass of crystallized pink rhodonite with dark biotite mica crystals that are surrounded by rims of translucent yellow-brown andradite garnet. Scattered throughout is translucent colorless willemite that fluoresces green under UV illumination.
Overall Size:7x5x5 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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