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Linarite on Quartz from Blanchard Mine, Hansonburg District, 8.5 km south of Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico

 
Linarite on Quartz from Blanchard Mine, Hansonburg District, 8.5 km south of Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico

Linarite on Quartz from Blanchard Mine, Hansonburg District, 8.5 km south of Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 56734
Mineral:Linarite on Quartz
Locality:Blanchard Mine, Hansonburg District, 8.5 km south of Bingham, Socorro County, New Mexico
Description:Exceptionally rich specimen of blue linarite crystals on contrasting quartz. The surfaces of the linarite are composed of lustrous crystal faces in subparallel groups.
Overall Size:7x4.5x1 cm
Crystals:micro to 1 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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