Mazarn Chert











Natural Form:



Description of Physical Characteristics:

Color:  Mazarn Chert is a glossy black.

Texture:  Fine grain

Luster: Glossy

Translucency:  Opaque

Silica Fabrics / Fossils: Conodonts and few graptolites
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Distribution:
Distribution Comments:
Mazaarn Chert is associated with the Marzarn Shale Formation of the southeastern Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas with chert occuring at the upper portions of the formation.  Named for primary exposure at the headwaters of Mazarn Creek, Montgomery County, Arkansas.  Other exposures occur in the Potato Hills and the Broken Bow Uplift in the southeastern Ouachita Mountains. 
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Archaeological Context:
Prehistoric quarries have been located at this source and artifacts from this source were found at Pueblo Bonito in Chaco Canyon.