Bornite coating Pyrite
specimen number:
1951384
location:
Milpillas Mine, Sonora, Mexico
description:
Well formed crystal of pyrite 1.7 cm in height, this coated with a thin film of bornite, set on a white matrix. Very minimal micro-chipping present, overall in very good condition. Measures 5.0 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm. The bornite coating confirmed at the University of Arizona. Some have suggested that this may be chalcocite. Shipping weight: 0.11 pounds.
Size: 5.0 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm (miniature)
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