Uraninite, “Gummite”: Parker Mountain Mine, Strafford, Strafford County, New Hampshire

Description

Species: Uraninite, “Gummite”

Locality: Cardiff Uranium Mine, Cardiff Township, Highlands East, Ontario, Canada

Dimensions: 3.2 x 2.6 x 1.6 cm, ~3 grams

Ex. Dana Jewell Collection

Rich specimen of Uraninite and “Gummite” in matrix from a classic and uncommon New Hampshire locality. Collected by well-known field collector Dana Jewell in the 1950’s. Mounted in a perky box for display. Measures ~60,000 CPM on my Ludlum Model 3 Geiger Counter with the 44-9 probe. Rare!!