Orpiment
specimen number:
8033444
location:
Quiruvilca mine, La Libertad, Peru
description: Beautiful orange lustrous crystal grouping of orpiment 3.5 cm in height coming off matrix. Some chipping present as seen, not atypical of this notoriously soft species, still in good condition. The quality of the crystals in terms of luster and color is quite good.
Size: 7.0 x 6.0 x 5.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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