Deadman's Mesa Obsidian
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color:
Deadman's Mesa Obsidian has two
varieties. The first one is a granular dark gray with brick red
flow present (mahogany obsidian). The second ranges from a
granular dark gray to black. Both variations lack any inclusions
or phenocrysts.
Texture: Medium grain
Luster: Not vitreous
Translucency: Opaque
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Distribution Comments:
Deadman's Mesa Obsidian is associated with the San Francisco Volcanics
occurring as nodules on Deadman's Mesa and extending to the north slope
of O'Leary Peak, Arizona.
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