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Iris Agate

A variety of Agate

An iridescent variety of agate - when slided into a thin section it exhibits all the colours of the spectrum.

Classification of Iris Agate

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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 Iris Agate

Reference List:Jones, F.T. (1952) Iris agate: Am. Min.: 37: 578-587.

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    Localities for Iris Agate

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    Argentina
     
    USA
     
    • California
      • Alameda Co.
    		AmMin 37:578-587 (1952)
      • Kern Co.
        • Mojave
    • Idaho
      • Custer Co.
    • New Mexico
      • Catron Co.
    • Oregon
      • Wasco Co.
    • Tennessee
      • Bedford Co.
    		Zeitner ,1968. Appalachian Mineral & Gem Trails
    • Texas
      • Brewster Co.
        • Alpine
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