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Uraninite from Swamp No. 1 Quarry, Topsham, Sagadahoc County, Maine

 
Uraninite from Swamp No. 1 Quarry, Topsham, Sagadahoc County, Maine

DESCRIPTION:No. 9818
Mineral:Uraninite
Locality:Swamp No. 1 Quarry, Topsham, Sagadahoc County, Maine
Description:Interesting lustrous black metallic crystal of uraninite 8 mm across. It appears to be two separate crystals separated by a layer of mica or possibly a single crystal with mica inclusion. Very unusual.
Overall Size:8x7x6 mm
Crystals:8 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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