Amazonite in Pegmatite - Reston, VA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
N 38° 56.872 W 077° 22.099
18S E 294761 N 4313659
One of many rock and mineral displays at the US Geological Survey in Reston, Virginia.
Waymark Code: WM17PWJ
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/21/2023
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Alfouine
Views: 1

The plaque says, "Amazonite in Pegmatite from Pikes Peak area, Colorado. Amazonite is green. Also includes light gray glassy quarts and dark crystals of biotite."
Type of Display: Geological

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