Morenci Turquoise
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color:
Morenci Turquoise ranges from a dark to light
blue. splotches of silver or gray occurs as a breccia. Quartz
inclusions may be present.
Texture:
Luster:
Translucency: Opaque to translucent
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Distribution:
Distribution Comments:
Morenci Turquoise primarily occurs in southeastern Arizona.
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