Galena with Dolomite, Calcite
specimen number:
5006573
location:
Sweetwater mine, Viburnum Trend, Reynolds Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Very fine semi lustrous metallic octahedral crystals of galena measuring to 2.0 cm in size across this crystallized dolomite covered breccia matrix. Small colorless crystals of calcite are present. This is in very good condition. An excellent example for this crystal habit for the species from this famous locality. Examples of this quality are not often seen available showing this crystal form.
Size: 12.0 x 7.0 x 5.0 cm (cabinet)
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