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Quartz (Var: Amethyst) : SiO2, Fluorite : CaF2

Nancy Hanks Mine (Nancy Hanks claim), Nancy Hanks Gulch, Unaweep Canyon, Unaweep District, Mesa Co., Colorado, USA

Nice cluster of pale purplish amethyst on green fluorite; 9x6.5x5cm; I was surprised to find this pretty piece on the dump. Even after all these years. Collected by Rudy Bolona. March 23, 2008.
Photo ID: 158226    View Count: 96

Multiple photos availableQuartz (Var: Amethyst) : SiO2, Fluorite : CaF2

Nancy Hanks Mine (Nancy Hanks claim), Nancy Hanks Gulch, Unaweep Canyon, Unaweep District, Mesa Co., Colorado, USA

This specimen hosts a cluster of intense, deep purple Amethyst crystals on a layer of lively green Fluorite. The Amethyst crystals are razor-sharp, glassy, gemmy, and intensely colored. Ex. Eileen Sheets Collection. Specimen measures 6.07cm x 5.1cm x 2.8cm.

 © Jasun McAvoyPhoto ID: 255439    View Count: 16
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