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Barrerite and Laumontite from Rocky Pass Area, Kuiu Island, Alaska

 
Barrerite and Laumontite from Rocky Pass Area, Kuiu Island, Alaska

Barrerite and Laumontite from Rocky Pass Area, Kuiu Island, Alaska

DESCRIPTION:No. 55090
Mineral:Barrerite and Laumontite
Locality:Rocky Pass Area, Kuiu Island, Alaska
Description:Lustrous white barrerite crystals, a rare zeolite species, to 11 mm with prismatic white laumontite crystals to 2 mm in crevices. This specimen was found in a tidal-zone cavity exposed at low tide on a remote island accessible only by boat or seaplane.
Overall Size:10x7x3.5 cm
Crystals:1-11 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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