Sterling Hill Sussexite
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color: Sterling
Hill Sussexite ranges from pink to a pinkish violet or red with yellow
or violet occurring with reduced frequency.
Texture:
Fine grain
Luster: Vitreous
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Distribution Comments:
Sterling Hill Sussexite primarily occurs at the Sterling Hill mine in
New Jersey.
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