Galena-twins with Dolomite
specimen number:
1113623
location:
Big Bear Orebody, Fletcher Mine, Reynolds Co., Missouri, USA
description: Very sharp flattened penetration twinned crystals of galena to 2.5 cm in size scattered over the top of a thin matrix with crystallized dolomite. The crystals are slightly iridescent due to a coating of thin micro crystalline pyrite. In fine condition. Excellent for this type of twinning for the species from the locality.
Size: 8.5 x 6.5 x 3.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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