Name/Title
ThundereggEntry/Object ID
2015.1.13Description
Chemical Composition: SiO2
Crystal System: Triclinic System
Description: Common Name: Thunderegg
Chemistry: SiO2 , Silicon dioxide
Class: Class: Silicates
Location: Maupin, OR
Description: The cut face has been shaped to convex and been polished. Center shows an opening with white stalactites, black fortified agate and, in the hollow, some pale blue and white bumpy crystal. There is an area of bedding lines that are white and translucent agate. Rock is a purplish-brown. Black outline surrounds the center agate.Collection
Delmar Smith Mineral CollectionDimensions
Width
6-1/2 inDepth
3-1/4 inLength
7-1/4 inDimension Notes
Dimension taken at widest pointsLocation
Location
* Untyped Location
DS-12Room
Delmar Smith HallBuilding
Crater Rock MuseumCategory
ExhibitMoved By
Ian C.Date
January 21, 2025Notes
State of Oregon Case installationLocation
* Untyped Location
DS-11Room
Delmar Smith HallBuilding
Crater Rock MuseumCategory
PermanentMoved By
CuratorDate
April 27, 2023Notes
Added current location while cleaning shelf
