Austin Bluff Agate / Carnelian
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color: Austin Bluff Agate is
mottled and ranges from rich red and brown color. Austin Bluff
Carnelian is a is cherry red
Texture:
Fine grain
Luster: Vitreous
Translucency:
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Distribution:
Distribution Comments:
Austin Bluff Agate / Carnelian has primary outcroppings along Austin
Bluffs, north of Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado.
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