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Garnet in phyllite (demonstrating differential weathering) from Raymond, Cumberland County, Maine

 
Garnet in phyllite (demonstrating differential weathering) from Raymond, Cumberland County, Maine

Garnet in phyllite (demonstrating differential weathering) from Raymond, Cumberland County, Maine

DESCRIPTION:No. 78423
Mineral:Garnet in phyllite (demonstrating differential weathering)
Locality:Raymond, Cumberland County, Maine
Description:Silvery foliated phyllite formation with small garnet on the surfaces. The garnet being harder resulted in the phyllite eroding faster than the garnet (example differential weathering). From my personal collection
Overall Size:6x5x1 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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