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Fibrous Brucite with Serpentine
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Collection |
Hershel Friedman |
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Description |
Fibrous Brucite var. Nemalite from the type locality at Castle Point, Hoboken New Jersey. The matrix is composed of mottled Serpentine and Hydromagnesite. The Brucite consists of fibrous tan/brown crystals with a silky luster covering a good portion of the display face. This is old and historical material from the type locality of Brucite. Acquired from Brad Plotkin in 2012. |
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Locality |
Castle Point, Hoboken, Hudson County, New Jersey |
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Dimensions |
3.0 x 2.5 cm. |
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Specimen Grade |
B |
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Photograph |
Brad Plotkin photo
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