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Philippe Durand
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PegmatiteAppreciator
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Hello Folks,
I was told it was preferred that new people post an introduction. I live in southwest Virginia and I'm looking to learn what I can on here.
I'm in an area that seems to have a lot of volcanic activity, but I figured I'd save that for an ID post so as not to be redundant.
I have bedrock that's basically gneiss with specks, bands, and veins of blue quartz. It consists of feldspar and mica as well. Some of the rock appears to be a type of mylonite and some of it appears to be possibly pegmatite.
I'm also finding quartz prisms near this which adds to me thinking this may be a type of pegmatite. A small portion of the blue quartz has borderline gem quality as I've had someone make a small cab out of it that allowed light to pass through.
Question: Is there a way to upload more than one picture at a time? It seems to be that when I click "add image" there's only one image that can be uploaded, and clicking that a second time deletes what I previously uploaded.
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Michael Shaw
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| Posted: Oct 30, 2024 08:50 Post subject: Re: Introduction With Some Pictures |
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| PegmatiteAppreciator wrote: |
Question: Is there a way to upload more than one picture at a time? It seems to be that when I click "add image" there's only one image that can be uploaded, and clicking that a second time deletes what I previously uploaded. |
Welcome to the Forum,
Multiple images (up to 15) can be included in a single post. After you have uploaded an image with the appropriate information, click on the preview button. That will bring you back to the form where you can add additional images to your post. Once you are satisfied with your entries, click the submit button to post your message.
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James Catmur
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Philippe Durand
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Juan Roberto Rivera
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| Posted: Nov 15, 2024 11:03 Post subject: Introduction - Juan Roberto Rivera, an avid mineral collector |
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| Hello my name is Roberto and I am an avid mineral collector or so I think I am. Love the artistry of the minerals and I'm passionate about them. Love to collect from all locales of the world. Currently, looking to collect more European minerals. Love to read, learn and research about minerals. Still a novice but that's why I am here. Thanks all and have a great day.
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bob kerr
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| Posted: Nov 15, 2024 11:18 Post subject: Re: Introduction - Juan Roberto Rivera, an avid mineral collector |
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Welcome and don't be afraid to post questions and responses - there are many helpful people on this forum.
where are you from?
bob
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Philippe Durand
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James Catmur
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| Posted: Nov 15, 2024 13:22 Post subject: Re: Introduction - Juan Roberto Rivera, an avid mineral collector |
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Welcome
Do note that if you wish to use the Spanish side, which is a separate forum, you will need to create a separate account there.
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Dany Mabillard
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| Posted: Nov 16, 2024 02:47 Post subject: Re: Introduction - Juan Roberto Rivera, an avid mineral collector |
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| Welcome !
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Gabriel Plattes
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| Posted: Nov 19, 2024 02:16 Post subject: 'Gabriel Plattes' - rare book librarian relating to the earth sciences |
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G'day fellows, new member here. :)
I am a rare book librarian in care of a library relating solely to the earth sciences, & also have the charge of mineral collections. My principal is a rather private man, so I have joined under a pseudonym. [Do note, in private communication (say via message, here) I do not obscure my true name.]
I look forward to reading, & joining your fascinating discourses!
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James Catmur
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| Posted: Nov 19, 2024 07:15 Post subject: Re: 'Gabriel Plattes' - rare book librarian relating to the earth sciences |
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| Welcome, where is the library?
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Peter Farquhar
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| Posted: Nov 19, 2024 08:56 Post subject: Re: 'Gabriel Plattes' - rare book librarian relating to the earth sciences |
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I am so pleased that Gabriel Plattes has joined us on Friends of Minerals Forum. Over the past few years, he has generously provided invaluable help with my research on mineral specimens, collectors, and historical events. I'm sure he will help others on FMF, too.
For a recent article I wrote about Robert Ferguson of Raith (1769-1840), Gabriel Plattes was able to provide materials from Ferguson's journals, shipping manifests, lists of his minerals on display, collection inventory and valuation reports, and so on.
For another project, Gabriel compared the handwriting samples of labels from the late 1700s to identify the original collection for a rutile specimen, which we then confirmed with a page from the collection catalog.
Given his keen skills and these remarkable resources, Gabriel Plattes will be a superb colleague on FMF. Welcome, mate!
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Gabriel Plattes
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| Posted: Nov 19, 2024 16:59 Post subject: Re: 'Gabriel Plattes' - rare book librarian relating to the earth sciences |
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Ta, kind sir - my pleasure entirely!
Catmur, it be in Straya.
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