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07-SEP-2001

Epidote Pocket

The nicest large (up to 12" plates or so) combination epidote/quartz matrix specimens that I have seen from Calumet were found in this pocket. The gem quartz crystals were up to 1/2" by 2" on a matrix of many fine epidote crystals mostly about 1/4". It was pointed out to me by a half dozen mineral collectors on vacation from France when they were ready to leave. They did leave many nice epidote only specimens behind, and I was lucky enough to be able to extend the hole and find a couple in combination with gem grade quartz crystals.

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