Kidwellite, Dufrenite, Beraunite etc (VERY RARE, 3 Oaks Gap, Polk Co. Arkansas)
Kidwellite, Dufrenite, Beraunite etc (VERY RARE, 3 Oaks Gap, Polk Co. Arkansas)
Super Rare and Large Iron Phosphate Combo.
The Minerals found on this piece include Kidwellite, Dufrenite, RockBridgeite, Beraunite, Strengite etc.
Magnificent form/ great aesthetics and Displays beautifully!
This piece was mined in the 1970s near the Caney Creek Wilderness in Polk County, Arkansas, USA at the 3 Oaks Gap locale in an area known as "The Arena" by a team of scientists and collectors including Al Kidwell, Meredith York, Henry Delinde, and others. A wonderful example of the iron phosphate combinations from this region of Arkansas. It showcases the distinct multi-generational layering of various species of iron phosphates that have been deposited over time. Unearthed by the best in Arkansas mineralogical history.
-ex Henry Delinde collection.