Sphalerite with Calcite, Quartz
specimen number:
2023232
location:
Gordonsville Mine, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
description: Beautiful lustrous black complex twinned crystals of sphalerite forming a grouping almost 4.5 cm in height set nicely upon a sparkling quartz crystal coated breccia matrix. Measures 8.0 x 8.0 x 3.0 cm. Amber colored gemmy crystals of calcite are present throughout, even on the backside. Slight damage to the one of the smaller sphalerite crystals as seen. The two prominent crystals are in good condition. Very aesthetically arranged. Shipping weight: 0.32 pounds. Ex Chris and Agatha Galas collection.
Size: 8.0 x 8.0 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Chris & Agatha Galas
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