Columbite in Quartz and Albite
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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