Orpiment-on-Barite with Realgar
specimen number:
2451333
location:
Quiruvilca Mine, La Libertad, Peru
description:
Very attractive combination specimen showing bright orange spherical shaped crystal groupings of orpiment to 0.6 cm in diameter over the front side of this lustrous translucent bladed barite crystal cluster. Measures 5.5 x 4.0 x 1.0 cm. Small red realgar crystals present on the backside. Minimal chipping present, I still think in good condition. Shipping weight: 0.15 pounds. Ex Jordi Povill collection.
Size: 5.5 x 4.0 x 1.0 cm (miniature)
Collection: Jordi Povill
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