Columbite in Quartz and Albite

Columbite in Quartz and Albite from Strickland Quarry, Collins Hill, Portland, Middlesex County, Connecticut

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Sharp, well defined Columbite crystal in Smoky Quartz and Albite matrix. The Columbite crystal is thin, rectangular form with subtle striations on the flat faces. An excellent example of Columbite from this famous quarry - now a golf course. Ex. L. Sidebottom collection #703.

Locality

Strickland Quarry, Collins Hill, Portland, Middlesex County, Connecticut

Dimensions

5.0 x 4.0 x 3.5 cm.


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