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)
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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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