Pyrite embedded in Chalcopyrite with Quartz
specimen number:
2411128
location:
Animon Mine, Huaron, Cerro de Pasco, Pasco, Peru
description:
A beautiful example showing extremely large twinned crystals of chalcopyrite to 3.0 cm across coated with micro crystalline pyrite and associated with minor quartz. In great condition and measures 6.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 cm. Minor sphalerite present as well. Shipping weight: 0.33 pounds.
Size: 6.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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