Chalcopyrite with Quartz, Sphalerite
specimen number:
1655116
location:
Animon Mine, Huaron, Cerro de Pasco, Peru
description:
Sharp non-lustrous but large crystals of chalcopyrite measuring to 1.5 cm in size across the top of a crystallized quartz matrix with sphalerite. Many of the crystals exhibit twinning. Minimal damage present, all of the prominent crystals are in good condition.
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