Crystal Tips No. 2 pit, Petersen Mountain, Washoe Co., Nevada, USA

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Sometimes referred to as Hallelujah Junction, this quartz crystal locality is approximately an hour north of Reno, Nevada. It is mostly in Nevada, but good things come out of the California side as well. Noted for the production of fine quality amethyst and smoky quartz scepters. Operated by Foster Hallman. Elevation approx. 5901' AMSL.

References:
NBMG Spec Pub 31 Minerals of Nevada.

Rocks and Minerals (2007): 82: 415-418.

Map Reference: 39°52'49"N , 119°59'55"W

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Mineral List:

'Chlorite Group'
Muscovite
Pyrite

Quartz
var: Amethyst
var: Ametrine
var: Citrine

Quartz
var: Smoky Quartz

7 entries listed. 2 valid minerals.

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