Arsenopyrite with Muscovite, Fluorapatite, Siderite
specimen number:
8121760
location:
Panasqueira mines, Beira Baixa, Portugal
description:
Brilliant lustrous sharp crystals of arsenopyrite measuring to 2.0 cm in size in a cluster with crystallized muscovite and siderite. Minor fluorapatite present as well. Very slight chipping on the far lower left edge away from the center of the piece, barely in view when displayed. Outside of this the piece is in great condition. Excellent example for the species.
Size: 10.0 x 9.0 x 5.0 cm (cabinet)
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