Orpiment
specimen number:
2022402
location:
Getchell Mine, Adam Peak, Potosi District, Humboldt Co., Nevada, USA
description:
Very good blocky terminated crystals of orpiment measuring to 1.0 cm in size throughout open pockets within this 6.5 x 4.5 x 2.0 cm matrix. Calcite is present as well. It appears that the crystals have been etched out of enclosing calcite. This is in very fine condition and excellent crystals for the mineral from this classic United States locality. Shipping weight: 0.20 pounds. Ex Chris and Agatha Galas collection.
Size: 6.5 x 4.5 x 2.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Chris & Agatha Galas
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