Anhydrite
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Anhydrite, 20 cm, from the Empire State #4 mine. Mark Pospisil collection; The Arkenstone photo.
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SpeciesAnhydrite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions20.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityUSA, New York, Empire State No. 4 Mine
Publications
- Mineralogical Record 56 1 page 28
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Mineral guide
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water-free CaSO4 crystals with orthorhombic cleavage, blue to lilac hues; prized for sharp forms, angelite color, and rare, unaltered specimens.
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