Large Crude Columbite Crystals

Large Crude Columbite Crystals from Frank Steidler Pegmatite, Valley Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Several large crystals of Columbite-(Fe) with silvery Muscovite crystals on the surface. The specimen has been restored. Large crystals of columbite-(Fe) are rare. The largest crystal has a chisel-shaped termination. Ex. Jay Lininger (1939-2004); auction lot 787, item no. 00537; ex Frank Steidler.

Locality

Frank Steidler Pegmatite, Valley Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania

Dimensions

12 x 7 x 4 cm.


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