Neptunite, Natrolite

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Locality: Dallas Gem Mine (Benitoite Mine; Benitoite Gem Mine; Gem Mine), Dallas Gem Mine area, San Benito River headwaters area, New Idria District, Diablo Range, San Benito Co., California, USA

The specimen well represents the species. The crystals, prismatic and doubly terminated, contrast with snowy white Natrolite and are centered on a very balanced matrix.

Specimen size: 5.5 x 4.5 x 1.3 cm

Main crystal size: 3 x 0.4 cm

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Photo added: 7th Apr 2006

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