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Hydrozincite Balls with Limonite
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Collection |
Robert Lavinsky |
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Description |
Hydrozincite forms in the oxidation zones of zinc deposits as masses or crusts. This is a large and very rich specimen from Mapimi that is actually quite attractive, where little snowy balls of the mineral have formed in shallow recesses in a contrasting matrix of Limonite. Ex. Stoudt Collection. |
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Locality |
Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Mun. de Mapimi, Durango, Mexico |
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Dimensions |
10.8 x 8.2 x 5.8 cm. |
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Specimen Grade |
B |
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Photograph |
www.iRocks.com Photo
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