A semi-precious mineral found in caverns in Derbyshire (4,4) Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from August 12, 2024
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Updated Aug 12, 2024
A semi-precious mineral found in caverns in Derbyshire (4,4) Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to A semi-precious mineral found in caverns in Derbyshire (4,4) for the August 12, 2024 edition of crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 8 letters. Start with B and end with N, and the possible solutions are BACONIAN, BADARIAN, BLUEJOHN.
The answer is BLUEJOHN.
Blue John is a semi-precious mineral found in the caverns of Derbyshire, England, particularly in the Blue John Cavern near Castleton. Its name is derived from the French term "bleu-jaune," meaning "blue-yellow," which describes its distinctive color patterns of blue and yellowish hues.
The mineral is a variety of fluorite, characterized by its unique and vibrant coloration. Historically, Blue John was highly prized for its ornamental value, and it was used extensively in the 18th and 19th centuries to create intricate decorative items and jewelry. The mineral's limited geographical occurrence adds to its rarity and value.
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