Galena-twin with Dolomite
specimen number:
7062270
location:
Big Bear Orebody, Fletcher Mine, Viburnum Trend, Reynolds Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Extremely large and lustrous flattened twinned crystal of galena standing up from a minor amount of matrix with white crystals of dolomite. This measures 7.5 x 5.5 x 4.0 cm in size. This is an outstanding condition and crystallize naturally all around. Exceptionally large crystal for this type of twinning for the species from this mining district, where in the past these were quite unusual and rare and often dull. This displays wonderfully standing straight up. Shipping weight: 0.61 pounds.
Size: 7.5 x 5.5 x 4.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Viburnum Trend
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