Name/Title
Jade var. NephriteEntry/Object ID
2010.1.54Description
Chemical Composition: SiO2
Crystal System: Hexagonal System
Description: Common Name: Jade var. Nephrite / Quartz
Chemistry: Ca2 (Mg Fe2)5 Si8 O22 (OH)2 / Si O2
Class: Amphibole / Silicates
Location: Wyoming
Description: Large block, with six flat sides and one polished face. Dark green with some black streaking and spotting. Some rough, light-brown areas with a grainy texture.Collection
RAGM Mineral CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2009.62Source or Donor
Museum Collection of MineralsAcquisition Method
DonationDimensions
Width
10 inDepth
5-1/2 inLength
9-3/4 inLocation
Location
Shelf
FS-2-BRoom
Frieda Smith HallBuilding
Crater Rock MuseumCategory
ExhibitMoved By
Jillian Mather KettleyDate
June 17, 2025Notes
location added while cleaningLocation
Shelf
Left, LeftBuilding
Frieda Smith HallCategory
PermanentMoved By
Steve MillerDate
September 21, 2011
