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Cordierite var. Cerasite
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Collection |
John Betts - Fine Minerals |
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Description |
Flower-shaped Cordierite sixling twin, known as Cerasite, in gray matrix. This is actually a pseudomorph of mica after the Cordierite. The Cerasite is more reflective than the surrounding matrix and is very distinct when illuminated from the right angle. The top crystal is a full-view, and bottom is zoomed into the crystal. |
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Locality |
Kameoka, Kyouto pref., Japan |
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Dimensions |
3.0 x 1.5 x 1.0 cm. |
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Specimen Grade |
B |
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Photograph |
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