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RM2096   Clinochlore, seraphinite variety

Korshunovskoye iron deposit, Zheleznogorsk, Irkutsk Oblast, Russia

Aesthetic specimen of clinochlore, variety seraphinite, forming nodular masses of radiating crystals. Polished slabs such as this have become popular ornamental items. The varietal name seraphinite refers to Biblical angelic beings having three pairs of wings, and is a trade name referring to the fibrous, silvery crystals that compose it. One side is polished showing the internal structure; the other side is natural with this "curious" label...


Size: 7.2 x 4.8 x 1.5 cm.

 
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