Pyrite after Pyrrhtotite
specimen number:
1654018
location:
Herja Mine, Maramures Co., Romania
description:
Thin platy crystals of what were once pyrrhotite measuring to 3.0 cm in size and now replaced by sparkling golden micro crystalline pyrite. These are covering the top of a galena matrix. In good condition with very minimal micro-damage present.
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