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Grossular Garnet from The Basin, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine

 
Grossular Garnet from The Basin, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine

Grossular Garnet from The Basin, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine

Grossular Garnet from The Basin, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine

DESCRIPTION:No. 50257
Mineral:Grossular Garnet
Locality:The Basin, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine
Description:Three large translucent red-brown grossular garnet crystals that alter into massive grossular matrix on the rear. The grossular crystals are dodecahedral form with thin trapezohedral edge faces. The crystals are large for the locality. Ex. Peter B. Nalle (1923-2010) collection #194; originally acquired ca. 1940
Overall Size:8x5x4 cm
Crystals:10-32 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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