Owyhee Obsidian
AKA: Brown's Castle Obsidian, Oreana Obsidian,
Toy Pass Obsidian
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color: Owyhee
Obsidian is primarily black. Reddish brown patches and streaking
may occur (mahogany obsidian).
Texture: Fine grain
Luster: Glossy
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Distribution Comments:
Owyhee Obsidian occurs along Owyhee
Canyon, Malheur County, Oregon and Brown's Castle, Oreana, and Toy Pass
in Owyhee County, and into Ada County, Idaho.
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