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Dolomite, Hematite, Quartz


Dolomite : CaMg(CO3)2, Hematite : Fe2O3, Quartz : SiO2

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Locality: Florence Mine, Egremont, West Cumberland Iron Field, North and Western Region (Cumberland), Cumbria, England, UK
A layered kidney ore matrix has been coated with small specular haematite then quartz, giving a bright "sparkle." Sitting on the surface are four small groups of saddle shaped growths of dolomite.

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