Orthoclase (Baveno Twin) with Albite, Hematite and Quartz

Baveno, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola Province, Piedmont, Italy
Toenail, 2.9 x 2.8 x 2.2 cm
Start Time: 12/22/2016 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 01/05/2017 6:45:00 pm (CST)
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A classic pinkish "Baveno Twin" Orthoclase crystal from the famous locality that lends its name to "Baveno" twinned Feldspar crystals, and is one of the most well known Feldspar localities in the world. The main crystal measures 2.5 cm, and is intergrown with another Baveno Twin at the base/side of the piece. Minor Albite, Quartz and Hematite can be seen on the specimen as well. Classic material from this famous locale.

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