Prismatic Triphylite Crystals in Matrix
Collection
Robert Lavinsky
Description
A matrix specimen hosting a very sharp 2.2-cm Triphylite crystal, quite good for the species. Historically, this locality was famous for such - but they are now rare. Obtained in 1992 from the Curt Segeler collection. A label on the back of the specimen itself indicates it was found in 1948.
Locality
Chandler Mills Quarry, Newport, Sullivan Co., New Hampshire
Dimensions
4.4 x 3.7 x 3.0 cm.
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