Mendipite (extremely rare)

Churchill, Mendip Hills, Somerset, England, UK (Type Locality)
Thumbnail, 2.7 x 1.6 x 1.3 cm
Start Time: 05/12/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 05/19/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Mendipite is an extremely rare halide, originally found in the Mendip Hills of Somerset, England. This piece features off-white colored, layered / parallel growth crystals of Mendipite associated with white trigonal Hydrocerussite and possibly Pyromorphite according to the label. How often does one have a chance to purchase a piece of this super rare mineral from the Type Locality??

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