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Artinite from Clear Creek area, New Idria District, San Benito County, California

 
Artinite from Clear Creek area, New Idria District, San Benito County, California

Artinite from Clear Creek area, New Idria District, San Benito County, California

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Artinite from Clear Creek area, New Idria District, San Benito County, California

DESCRIPTION:No. 48502
Mineral:Artinite
Locality:Clear Creek area, New Idria District, San Benito County, California
Description:Rich specimen of acicular white artinite crystals in hemispherical sprays to 15 mm across on greenish serpentine. The artinite fluoresces moderately under UV illumination.
Overall Size:8x6x3 cm
Crystals:5-7 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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