Chalcopyrite with Calcite, Dolomite, Quartz
specimen number:
1115160
location:
Casteel No. 35 mine, Viburnum Trend, Iron Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Attractive blue iridescent crystals of chalcopyrite measuring to 0.4 cm in size across the top of this snow white dolomite crystal matrix with golden crystals of gemmy calcite measuring to 1.5 cm in size. This is crystallized all around with no points of attachment. Slight micro-chipping present to some of the chalcopyrite crystals, this is extremely sparse and minor. Overall the piece is in really good condition.
Size: 12.0 x 5.0 x 4.5 cm (cabinet)
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