Galena with Chalcopyrite, Quartz, Dolomite
specimen number:
7191422
location:
Casteel No. 35 Mine, Viburnum Trend, Iron Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Spectacular large cabinet specimen with semi-lustrous octahedral crystals of galena to 2.0 cm across scattered over the top of this 35.0 x 19.0 x 10.0 cm breccia matrix. The matrix is coated with sugary sparkling micro quartz crystals, and in turn scattered with white dolomite crystals and beautiful iridescent chalcopyrite crystals to 0.8 cm. Crystallize naturally all around and in excellent condition. Very good for this type of crystal habit for the species from this mining district. Shipping weight: 17.75 pounds.
Size: 35.0 x 19.0 x 10.0 cm (large-cabinet)
Collection: Viburnum Trend
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