MN849

Sample ID MN849 • Cabinet E

Epidote/Hornblende/Magnetite

7.4cm W x 6.3cm H x 4.8cm D • 3.66g
Sample TypeMineralColorBlack, GreenLusterGlittery
StreakWhiteCleavage/FractureIrregular CleavageSpecific Gravity3.2
Geographic Location/DateFranconia Iron Mine; Sugar Hill, N.H. unknownMohs Hardness 6

This sample features striking pistachio-green epidote crystals with a glittery luster, interwoven with bold streaks of black hornblende that add dramatic contrast. Embedded within the matrix is a chunk of magnetite, lending the specimen a subtle magnetic pull and a metallic sheen. The interplay of colors—vibrant green, deep black, and hints of silvery gray—creates a visual effect reminiscent of mint and dark chocolate, both refreshing and rich. The textures range from crystalline sparkle to blocky mineral mass, making this a captivating and geologically diverse piece.