Rutile paramorph after Brookite with Pyrite
specimen number:
7991281
location:
Jones Farm, Magnet Cove, Hot Spring Co., Arkansas, USA
description:
Several sharp crystals of what were once brookite measuring to 1.0 cm in size across the top of this matrix, these now replaced by lustrous black crystallized rutile. Pyrite present as well. This is in great condition, a good example from this classic Arkansas occurrence.
Size: 6.0 x 3.0 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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