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Andalusite var. Chiastolite from Lancaster, Worcester County, Massachusetts

 
Andalusite var. Chiastolite from Lancaster, Worcester County, Massachusetts

Andalusite var. Chiastolite from Lancaster, Worcester County, Massachusetts

DESCRIPTION:No. 60041
Mineral:Andalusite var. Chiastolite
Locality:Lancaster, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Description:Large elongated andalusite crystal exhibiting the cruciform twinning. Usually andalusite crystals are sawn into many slices — this is complete. One end was sawn flat and lacquered to highlight the cruciform twinning, commonly known as Chiastolite.
Overall Size:6x1.5x1.5 cm
Crystals:60 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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