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Microcline var. Amazonite from Crystal Creek, Florissant, Teller County, Colorado

 
Microcline var. Amazonite from Crystal Creek, Florissant, Teller County, Colorado

Microcline var. Amazonite from Crystal Creek, Florissant, Teller County, Colorado

Microcline var. Amazonite from Crystal Creek, Florissant, Teller County, Colorado

Microcline var. Amazonite from Crystal Creek, Florissant, Teller County, Colorado

DESCRIPTION:No. 81385
Mineral:Microcline var. Amazonite
Locality:Crystal Creek, Florissant, Teller County, Colorado
Description:Group of sub-parallel amazonite crystals, the blue-green variety of microcline feldspar caused by trace amounts of lead impurities, with no matrix attached. The outer layers of the amazonite crystals have a thin gray-tan overgrowth. Ex. S. Kelland collection; acquired in 2002; ex. Betts #14741
Overall Size:5.5x4.5x4 cm
Crystals:20-42 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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