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| The Morefield Gem Mine is an exciting place for the whole family. For more than 80 years the mine has produced many varieties of mineral specimens and is open to the public. You may view the exhibits, visit the gift shop, or mine you own gem stones. The Morefield offers something for both the amateur or advanced rock hunter alike. Check below for our schedule. |
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The Morefield Mine is a highly mineralized pegmatite dike having a length of 2,000 feet and a depth of 300 feet. It produces over 80 different minerals, with more new ones being discovered. The mine produces mica, feldspar, beryl, phenakite for a few popular ones. It produces minerals of the tantalum/columbite series too.
You may also visit the Morefield Mine collection and exhibit
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Statement for customers The mine will be temorarily closed for spring and summer and fall of 2013. The mine will be under a State Division of Mining approved category of Temporary Cessation. The mine is not being reclaimed nor permanently closed. There is much more development potential for the mine and plenty of excellent pegmatite yet to be mined. The website will be maintained to keep Friends of the Morefield Mine informed and updated on future developments Photographs 
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