Caladesi Chert
Tampa Chert variation
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color:
Caladesi Chert ranges from a dark gray to black or brown with light gray
also occurring with
chalcedony filled vugs commonly present.
Texture:
Luster:
Translucency:
Silica Fabrics / Fossils:
Abundant peloids and sorities
Patina:
Heat Treatment:
Knapping:
Distribution:
Distribution Comments:
Caladesi Chert is associated with the Tampa Limestone Member of the
Arcadia Formation, Hawthorne Group. Primarily occurs in the Tampa
Bay area and the Caladesi Quarry.
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