Orpiment
specimen number:
1095229
location:
Quiruvilca Mine, La Libertad Department, Peru
description:
Extremely large semi-lustrous orange crystals of orpiment forming a 3.0 x 3.0 x 1.7 cm cluster. Superb large crystals for the species from this locality, that are still in very good condition considering most show a lot of damage. Mounted nicely for display within a perky box. Shipping weight: 0.05. Ex Steve Pullman collection.
Size: 3.0 x 3.0 x 1.7 cm (thumbnail)
Collection: Steve Pullman
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