Pyrite-after-Pyrrhotite
specimen number:
2611024
location:
Potosi Mine, Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua, Mexico
description:
Prismatic pseudo-hexagonal crystals of what were once pyrrhotite to 3.5 cm in height now replaced by pyrite and coming off matrix. Measures 6.0 x 4.5 x 4.0 cm. One of the crystals is lightly cleaved on the top. Still quite nice and I think in very good example for one of these classic Mexican pseudomorph specimens. Shipping weight: 0.17 pounds.
Size: 6.0 x 4.5 x 4.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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