Microcline, Himalaya Mine, Mesa Grande, San Diego County, California, Dr. David London Collection L-340, Collected c. 1940s - 1950s, Small Cabinet 4.2 x 5.5 x 9.5 cm, $150. Online Sept. 30.
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Light gray microcline crystal showing prism faces and local dissolution features. Sharp twin planes and no point of attachment as specimen was naturally dislodged in pocket with re-growth on base. Classic California location for the species. Collected c. 1940s-1950s in the glory days of the mine. Dr. David London Collection L-340. Ex. E.E. Foord collection. In great condition.