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Datolite pseudomorphs after Anhydrite from Upper New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

 
Datolite pseudomorphs after Anhydrite from Upper New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

Datolite pseudomorphs after Anhydrite from Upper New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

Datolite pseudomorphs after Anhydrite from Upper New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:No. 63063
Mineral:Datolite pseudomorphs after Anhydrite
Locality:Upper New Street Quarry, Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey
Description:Translucent pale yellowish-green datolite pseudomorphs after radiating prismatic anhydrite crystals to 20 mm long. The anhydrite crystallized first, then was coated with datolite. The anhydrite later dissolved leaving rhombic cavities and formations. Ex. Ken McKim collection
Overall Size:8x6.5x4 cm
Crystals:5-20 mm pseudos
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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