Sphalerite (twin) with Fluorite
specimen number:
2091065
location:
Gaskins Mine, Empire Sub-District, Illinois - Kentucky Fluorspar District, Pope Co., Illinois, USA
description: Large twinned crystal of sphalerite 2.5 cm across set up nicely on some yellow crystallized fluorite. Measures 3.5 x 3.0 x 2.5 cm and in very good condition as seen. Shows nicely all around. Previous label gives this location as "Gascon Mine, Tennessee". I can only assume that they meant Gaskin mine. Shipping weight: 0.19 pounds.
Size: 3.5 x 3.0 x 2.5 cm (miniature)
Collection: Matilda Pfeiffer
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