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Chambersite

Chambersite

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Locality
Venice Salt Dome, Lousiana, USA
Minerals
Chambersite
Dimensions
0.65 x 0.65 x 0.65 cm
Size class
Thumbnail
SID
CT608

Complete tetrahedron of Chambersite, a rare mineral found in salt formations in a small number of localities worldwide. There is damage along one edge, otherwise it's perfect with a great purple color. This locality is on a narrow strip of land that extends out into the Gulf of Mexico to the southeast of New Orleans in an area that was severely damaged by Hurricane Katrina. This crystal was collected by Fred Pough in 1970. Ex. Chuck Trantham collection.