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Leucophoenicite & Zincite

Via Paulsulich

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Description
Locality: 
Sterling Mine, Ogdensburg, Sussex County, New Jersey, United States of America
Size Range: 
Miniature (4.5-7 cm)
Size: 
5.5 × 4.5 × 2 cm
Description

A good sample of massive lilac leucophoenicite with very deep red zincite. The zincite is quite gemmy in part, but on the back (second photo) it is mostly just a thin seam coated by exsolved heataerolite (?) which makes it look black. (Such exsolutions on parting surfaces of zincite are very common, but there are some other, less likely, possibilities. Not analyzed.)

This is half of a leucophoenicite “nodule” which split along the thin vein of zincite passing through it. A unique specimen

Weight 4.9 oz. Single item shipping weight 7 oz (no case). Up to 8 oz, this can be combined with other items for the same postage.

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Leucophoenicite

Formula: 
Mn2+7(SiO4)3(OH)2
Strunz: 
9.AF.60
Hardness: 
5.5 - 6.0
Type Locality: 
Franklin Mine, Franklin, Franklin Mining District, Sussex Co., New Jersey, USA

Zincite

Formula: 
(Zn,Mn2+,Fe2+)O
Strunz: 
4.AB.20
Crystal System: 
Hexagonal
Hardness: 
4.0
Type Locality: 
Sterling Mine, Sterling Hill, Ogdensburg, Franklin Mining District, Sussex Co., New Jersey, USA
LMB minerals

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In addition to the standard terms and conditions, please note the following. Almost all IDs are visual. While in most cases the ID is obvious, there may be cases where it is not. If you are doubtful about a particular ID, please ask for more information. Or do not bid! Similarly, if you are not sure that the specimen meets your criteria, do not bid. I have tdone the best I can with the photos. Nevertheless, if you are not happy with a specimen for any reason, I will refund the bid price – but not the shipping costs (unless the fault is clearly mine) – if the specimen is returned. This policy applies even if analysis of the specimen shows that my ID was incorrect. When in doubt, ask - or don’t bid. Note that most crystals at MSH and Varennes are micros - even if on large specimens. Please pay attention to the stated sizes. Any customs duties, fees etc. are the responsibility of the buyer.

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