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Quartz Var. Chalcedony, Gypsum - Nebraska

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SKU: MSJ0385
Weight and Dimensions

3.7 oz, 4" x 1 1/2" x 1 1/2"

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A striking, bright two-colored chalcedony replacing gypsum specimen. The chalcedony glows a bright green under shortwave and midwave. The green fluorescence is activated due to trace amounts of uranium. The gypsum a nice, bright fluorescent yellow.

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