Name/Title
ThundereggEntry/Object ID
2010.1.20Description
Chemical Composition: SiO2
Crystal System: Hexagonal System
Description: Common Name: Thunderegg
Chemistry: SiO2 , Silicon dioxide
Class: Silicates
Location: Springer Bed, Ochoco Mtns, Prineville, Oregon
Description: Large, rough, rounded back with polished face. Brown and olive green outer banding. Translucent blue-gray, brown, and some dull orange with a transparent white crystalline center. There is also a small hollow slit in the center area.Collection
RAGM Mineral CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2009.62Source or Donor
Museum Collection of MineralsAcquisition Method
DonationDimensions
Width
11 inDepth
5-1/2 inLength
13 inLocation
Location
Shelf
FS-14-BRoom
Frieda Smith HallBuilding
Crater Rock MuseumCategory
ExhibitMoved By
Jillian Mather KettleyDate
June 17, 2025Notes
Location update while cleaningLocation
* Untyped Location
DS-11Room
Delmar Smith HallBuilding
Crater Rock MuseumCategory
ExhibitMoved By
Ian C.Date
January 22, 2025Notes
United States case installation
