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Great Info on Great Rock" ? Enjoy! Ig

 

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Hello Idahogold… thanks for posting this video about Oregon’s sunstone mining history. We found it interesting and enjoyed viewing the extraordinary specimen examples. The video narrator did not explain that it is specifically the triclinic plagioclase feldspar oligoclase that produces both the gemmy blue-glint moonstone and of course the sunstones which we usually observe to be golden-hued. His copper-tinged red / green examples are uniquely attractive.

Mineralogy is such a healthy, fascinating hobby, and the best part about it is that with any luck we can actively pursue collecting minerals well into our retirement years. On that note, we also very much appreciate that you have presented us with a number of enjoyable, informative mineralogy videos. Thanks again Idaho, the videos have been a real nice forum attraction.....................Jim. 

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