Esperite, Hardystonite, etc (3 color fluorescence) Trimingham Coll.

Franklin Mine, Sussex Co., New Jersey
Small Cabinet, 7.7 x 6.8 x 4.2 cm
Start Time: 05/22/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 05/29/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A classic, rich and showy Franklin Mine specimen rich in very rare white esperite and white hardystonite with striking 3-color fluorescence from the famous Franklin Mine (Type Locality for both). Primary fluorescents include: esperite, greenish-yellow; hardystonite, violet-blue; and willemite, green. The matrix is mainly granular franklinite. 4 famous species in one specimen! Ex Bob Trimingham Collection and purchased in 1975. Valued at $300-400.

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