Fluorite with Sphalerite
specimen number:
1771035
location:
Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
description:
Lustrous glassy gem beautifully color zoned crystals of fluorite measuring to almost 3.0 cm on edge across this crystallized sphalerite matrix. This is in good condition. Minor hydrocarbon is present. There is a lot of natural dissolution present on this piece. Interesting and attractive.
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