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Malachite pseudomorph after Gypsum from Kennecott Mine, Ray, Arizona

 
Malachite pseudomorph after Gypsum from Kennecott Mine, Ray, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:No. 8479
Mineral:Malachite pseudomorph after Gypsum
Locality:Kennecott Mine, Ray, Arizona
Description:Large bright green malachite pseudomorphs after gypsum to 3 cm long, with black manganese oxide partial coating. Formed in thin vein, contacting on both front and back, but grew freely within. Ex. Edward R. Swoboda collection (see Mineralogical Record V. 28, No. 6.)
Overall Size:9x5x2 cm
Crystals:1-3 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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