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Realgar

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Alexander Schauss
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Realgar, 2.2 cm, from the Jiepaiyu mine, Shimen deposit, Shimen County, Hunan Province, China. Ex Beth Gordon (1912-1984). The specimen has been kept covered to prevent deterioration (conversion to yellow pararealgar) from light exposure. Jeff Scovil photo.

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Species
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Added on10/22/2024
Locality
China, Hunan, Shimen Mine
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Special Issue: Refined Elegance page 66
  • Mineralogical Record Volume: 45, Issue: 2 page 84

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Realgar
Mineral guide
Learn about Realgar
fiery red, glassy crystals prized for color and rarity; fragile, light-sensitive, and toxic—preserve quality with care.
Regional guide
Realgar from Shimen Mine
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