Kaolinite Pseudomorph of Orthoclase

Kaolinite Pseudomorph of Orthoclase from St. Austell, Cornwall, England

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

White Kaolinite pseudomorph after twinned Orthoclase crystals. These were called pig's eggs by local farmers where they were found by rooting pigs in the soil. Ex. A. Stevenson collection #877.

Locality

St. Austell, Cornwall, England

Dimensions

30 x 18 x 8 mm.


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