Bornite on Pyrite (or Chalcocite)
specimen number:
2751020
location:
Milpillas mine, Sonora, Mexico
description:
Crystals of pyrite to 3.0 cm across embedded in a white chocking matrix. One crystal coated with black metallic species, some say bornite, some say chalcocite. In good condition.
Size: 5.5 x 5.0 x 3.0 cm (miniature)
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