Pyrite with Quartz casts
specimen number:
7311015
location:
Casteel Mine, Iron Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Very neat two-sided specimen showing crystallized bright lustrous pyrite, one side covered with sparkling micro crystals of quartz forming hollow open casts to 0.7 cm across after a previous unknown mineral. The previous mineral could possibly be galena or chalcopyrite. In great condition all around and measures 10.5 x 8.0 x 2.0 cm. Shipping weight: 0.59 pounds.
Size: 10.5 x 8.0 x 2.0 cm (cabinet)
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