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Dolomite var. Teruelite from Barranco de Salobral, Teruel, Aragón, Spain (Type Locality for Teruelite)

 
Dolomite var. Teruelite from Barranco de Salobral, Teruel, Aragón, Spain (Type Locality for Teruelite)

Dolomite var. Teruelite from Barranco de Salobral, Teruel, Aragón, Spain (Type Locality for Teruelite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 82809
Mineral:Dolomite var. Teruelite
Locality:Barranco de Salobral, Teruel, Aragón, Spain (Type Locality for Teruelite)
Description:Pseudo-octahedral dark-gray teruelite crystal, a variety of black dolomite. These crystals were originally thought to be a distinct species and named for the town of origin. But in 1900 it was discovered the composition was equal to dolomite. Ex. Miller collection; ex. Betts #65989. Originally acquired June27, 1987
Overall Size:9x9x7 mm
Crystals:9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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