Sphalerite with Calcite
specimen number:
5092266
location:
Santa Rosa Mine, Cerrillos District, Santa Fe Co., New Mexico, USA
description: Brilliant lustrous twinned black sharp crystals of sphalerite to 1.5 cm in size scattered over a matrix covered by small colorless calcite crystals. This sits nicely by itself for display. Minor chipping, this to the exterior of the piece. All of the prominent crystals are in excellent condition. Some crystals are even present on the backside of the piece. Size: 7.0 x 4.5 x 4.0 cm. Very choice for this seldom seen available locality. Shipping weight: 0.31 pounds.
Size: 7.0 x 4.5 x 4.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: University of Arizona
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