HEMATITE (KIDNEY IRON ORE) - Egremont, Cumbria
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Florence Mine, Egremont,
West Cumbria
Hematite is a valuable ore of iron. It is heavy, has a metallic lustre and forms unusual and attractive kidney-shaped crystal masses.
This specimen is from Florence Iron Mine, on the edge of the Lake District. It is a very good example of the classic 'kidney' form.
Florence Mine, Egremont,
West Cumbria
Hematite is a valuable ore of iron. It is heavy, has a metallic lustre and forms unusual and attractive kidney-shaped crystal masses.
This specimen is from Florence Iron Mine, on the edge of the Lake District. It is a very good example of the classic 'kidney' form.
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Size: 8.5 x 6 x 4.5 centimetres
Weight: 523 grams
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