Margarite

The margarite in this occurrence forms preferentially along the dark graphite rich inclusions with the chiastolite crystals. Margarite is found in the emery deposits of Turkey and the Aegean islands, and. Located in D.C.'s prized Union Market neighborhood, Margarite is a sanctuary in the city, offering rich, elevated residences complemented by a collection of intimate amenities, open-air entertainment. Hintze (Vol. 2, 1897) gives Sterzing (Vipiteno), South Tyrol as the TL of margarite and refers to Mohs (1820). In fact, Mohs described the mineral but did not provide an analysis. From the Greek margaritos - "pearl." Comments: Beige, massive, fibrous/foliated aggregate of margarite crystals. Location: Long Hill/Old Tungsten Mine in Trumbull, Connecticut, USA. Scale: 10 x 5 cm..