Silver with Pyrite, Calcite, Quartz
specimen number:
9083211
location:
Mexico
description:
Sparse wires of native silver scattered over this 9.0 x 7.0 x 2.5 cm matrix with crystallized quartz and pyrite. Minor calcite present as well. The pyrite appears to be forming pseudomorphs after pyrrhotite. Old label with the specimen gives a locality that is somewhat unreadable; the last part appears to say Tepee Mines. Shipping weight: 0.44 pounds. Ex Charles Noll collection.
Size: 9.0 x 7.0 x 2.5 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Charles Noll
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