Pumpellyite Var. Chlorastrolite

Pumpellyite Var. Chlorastrolite from Isle Royale, Lake Superior, Michigan

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Nine waterworn nodules of green Pumpellyite-(Mg). This variety is known as Chlorastrolite and have a distinct, chatoyant pattern that resembles a turtle back. These are found on the beaches of Isle Royale National Park in Lake Superior.

Locality

Isle Royale, Lake Superior, Michigan

Dimensions

4-5 mm nodules


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