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 Post subject: Stalactite?
PostPosted: Thu Jan 10, 2019 12:23 pm 
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I purchased this in Mexico legally many years ago. It was brought back through customs and inspected. Is this a stalactite and is there anyway to know it’s approximate age? Thank you.


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 Post subject: Re: Stalactite?
PostPosted: Fri Jan 11, 2019 5:54 am 
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I cant help.

But Id just like to say I had to close my browser whilst viewing these pictures when someone walked into the room.

I didn't want them to get the wrong idea lol

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 Post subject: Re: Stalactite?
PostPosted: Fri Jan 11, 2019 11:31 am 
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Drp some HCL on it to see if it fizzes.

I can't tell you how much I hope it is a Stalactite....


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