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Californite

A variety of Vesuvianite

Compact massive vesuvianite. Also known as "California jade" or "American jade".

Classification of Californite

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Other Names for Californite

Synonyms:
American JadeCalifornia JadeVesuvianite Jade
Other Languages:
German:Californit
Spanish:Californita

Other Information

Health Warning:No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.

References for Californite

Reference List:Kunz, George Frederick (1903), Californite (vesuvianite); a new ornamental stone: Am. Jour. Sci., 4th. series: 16: 397-398.

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    Localities for Californite

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    • California
      • Butte Co.
        • North Fork Feather River
      • Riverside Co.
        • Crestmore
          • Crestmore quarries
            • Sky Blue Hill
    AmMin 26:352-381
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