Calcite with Sphalerite, Dolomite
specimen number:
4871097
location:
Cumberland mine, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
description:
Gemmy amber colored crystals of calcite 0.5 cm in size scattered throughout this breccia matrix that is covered with glistening black lustrous sphalerite crystals and colorless crystallized dolomite. Minor micro-cleaving present, this still in good condition. There are no points of attachment and this is crystallized completely all around.
Size: 14.5 x 9.0 x 2.5 cm (cabinet)
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