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Prehnite from O and G Industries Southbury Quarry, Southbury, New Haven County, Connecticut

 
Prehnite from O and G Industries Southbury Quarry, Southbury, New Haven County, Connecticut

DESCRIPTION:No. 59731
Mineral:Prehnite
Locality:O and G Industries Southbury Quarry, Southbury, New Haven County, Connecticut
Description:Translucent yellow prehnite crystals in hemispherical aggregates to 9 mm across on one face of gray basalt. The translucency of the prehnite is exceptional for this mineral species and the yellow prehnite color is uncommon. Ex Jeff Weissman collection #523; ex. Betts #11883
Overall Size:4x4x3 cm
Crystals:5-7 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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