Shop
« back to search results
 

Sphalerite

specimen number:
1651639

location:
Benton, Lafayette Co., Wisconsin, USA

description:
Mining in this area of Wisconsin started as early as 1820. Zinc mining took over for good in the 1850s. This example shows crystals of sphalerite measuring to 1.5 cm in size on a massive sphalerite matrix with minor calcite. In good condition.

Watch Specimen Video

Size: 5.5 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm (miniature)

Collection: Harry Critchley

Sold


Questions about this specimen?
Send an email or call us: 314-341-1811.

Buy with confidence!  Your complete satisfaction is guaranteed.   Should you have any questions, refer to our Policies Section.

See More

Related by Mineral (Sphalerite):
Sphalerite — Peru
small-cabinet
400.00

Sphalerite — Peru

Origin: Animon Mine, Huaron, Huayllay, Pasco, Peru

Number: (2063064)
Size: 8.0 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm (small-cabinet)

400.00
Sphalerite — Peru
miniature
200.00

Sphalerite — Peru

Origin: Animon Mine, Huaron, Huayllay, Pasco, Peru

Number: (8911181)
Size: 5.0 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm (miniature)

200.00
Sphalerite — UK
cabinet
640.00

Sphalerite — UK

Origin: Alston Moor, Cumbria, England, UK

Number: (9771345)
Size: 10.0 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm (cabinet)

640.00
Sphalerite — Colorado
miniature
175.00

Sphalerite — Colorado

Origin: Patch Glory Hole, Central City, Gilpin Co., Colorado, USA

Number: (2063533)
Size: 5.0 x 4.5 x 3.0 cm (miniature)

175.00