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Willemite (green) with Franklinite from Franklin Mine, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)

 
Willemite (green) with Franklinite from Franklin Mine, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Willemite (green) with Franklinite from Franklin Mine, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Willemite (green) with Franklinite from Franklin Mine, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 62829
Mineral:Willemite (green) with Franklinite
Locality:Franklin Mine, Sussex County, New Jersey (Type Locality for Franklinite)
Description:Compact crystalline mass of translucent green willemite with a partial crystal of black franklinite included on one end. The willemite fluoresces bright green under SW UV illumination. Green willemite is uncommon and highly sought by collectors.
Overall Size:8.5x5.5x4 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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