Rhodochrosite with Sphalerite, Calcite
specimen number:
1651390
location:
Trepca, Mitrovica, Kosovo
description:
Impressive large attractive combination specimen for this famous locality. Crystallized rhodochrosite is covering the top part of the back of this brecciated matrix, the entire specimen scattered throughout with bright lustrous crystals of sphalerite. Colorless crystals of calcite are present as well. This is in great condition with very attractive color contrast.
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Origin: Trepca, Kosovo
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Calcite — Kosovo
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Number: (2113026)
Size: 8.0 x 5.5 x 4.5 cm (small-cabinet)