Siderite with Magnesite, Pyrrhotite
specimen number:
2451604
location:
Morro Velho mine, Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil
description:
Most every surface of this 12.0 x 5.0 x 3.5 cm matrix is covered with lustrous lenticular crystals of siderite to 1.5 cm in size and colorless sparkling magnesite crystals. Small crystals of metallic pyrrhotite are scattered throughout. In very good condition all around. Classic material from the 1970s for this locality. Shipping weight: 0.41 pounds. Ex Jordi Povill collection.
Size: 12.0 x 5.0 x 3.5 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Jordi Povill
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