Acanthite with Rhodochrosite, Pyrite
specimen number:
8038688
location:
Uchucchacua mine, Lima Department, Peru
description:
Lustrous metallic crystals of acanthite to 0.8 cm in size lining an open pocket in this matrix with light pink crystallized rhodochrosite and minor tiny pyrite. Some galena present as well. In good condition, quite choice for the species from this locality.
Size: 7.0 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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