Large Tremolite var. Hexagonite (rare)

Gouverneur Mine, Fowler, St Lawrence Co., New York
Cabinet, 12.9 x 6.4 x 2.8 cm
Start Time: 01/30/2012 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 02/09/2012 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Hexagonite is the ultra-rare manganoan-rich variety of tremolite and is distinguished by its lilac to purple color. It is only found in two counties in New York. Hexagonite was supposedly a hexagonal form of tremolite, but was shown to be monoclinic. That being said, this is a solid two-sided plate of gemmy and lustrous, lilac hexagonite crystals and needles! Rich and large material from this well-known talc mine. Valued at $450. MUCH BETTER IN PERSON! Ex Charlie Key Collection.

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