Larimar Mining Area (La Ciénaga)

Dominican Republic / Barahona / La Cienaga / La Ciénaga
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A blue form of Pectolite. Attractive semi-precious stone, fades with excessive exposure to sunlight. First discovered in 1916 and brought to commercial use after its re-discovery by a US Peace Corp Volunteer in the 1980's.
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Coordinates:   18°6'51"N   71°7'57"W
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