Bornite-on-Pyrite
specimen number:
1952489
location:
Milpillas Mine, Sonora, Mexico
description:
Well defined crystal of pyrite measuring almost 2.0 cm in height on a white chalky matrix. The color is dark metallic due to a coating of bornite, identity per the University of Arizona. Some have also suggested chalcocite. In very good condition and measures 3.5 x 2.0 x 2.0 cm. Shipping weight: 0.03 pounds.
Size: 3.5 x 2.0 x 2.0 cm (miniature)
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