Gedrite

Pale green sheaflike aggregates and single crystals in plagioclase-rich matrix
Origin: Stollberg, Västra Silvberg, Ludvika, Dalarna, Sweden
Sample size: 5 x 8.5 cm
 

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Diederik Visser

Diederik Visser Minerals & Petrological Services

 

  
Matrix with masses of small gedrite throughout.
Origin: Moapa District, Clark Co., Nevada, U.S.A.
Sample size: 3.3 x 2.3 x 1.2 cm
 

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Dan Weinrich

Dealer in fine mineral specimens

 

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