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Hardystonite, Esperite, etc (4 color fluorescence) Elling Coll.
- Franklin Mine, Sussex Co., New Jersey
- Small Cabinet, 9.7 x 6.2 x 2.0 cm
- Start Time: 12/03/2015 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 12/10/2015 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
This classic Franklin specimen hosts six species, has 4-color fluorescence and has interesting patterns on both sides. Primary fluorescents include: rare non-descript ashen-white hardystonite, violet-blue (Type Locality); esperite, greenish-yellow; a bit of calcite, red; and willemite, green. Many black franklinite crystals and and a patches of orangey zincite are also present. 6 famous species in one specimen! Ex George Elling Collection, a noted Franklin and Sterling Hill specialist.
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