Greenockite on Sphalerite
specimen number:
8101003
location:
Joplin, Tri-State District, Jasper Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Greenish almost iridescent coatings and micro crystalline greenockite over the top of crystallized sphalerite. Some of the sphalerite crystals measure over 1.0 cm in size. This is very rich and greenockite and a good example for the species at this locality. Measures 8.0 x 5.5 x 2.0 cm in size. Very minimal micro-chipping present. Previous label from the collection of the University of Arizona. Shipping weight: 0.33 pounds.
Size: 8.0 x 5.5 x 2.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Dan & Diana Weinrich
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