Platte County Chert
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color:
Platte County Chert is mottled and ranges from a light purple to a
reddish purple. Vugs filled with course darker purple quartz are
commonly present.
Texture:
Fine grain
Luster: Waxy
Translucency:
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Distribution:
Distribution Comments:
Primarily found in Platte County Wyoming.
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