Sphalerite with Galena, Quartz
specimen number:
8037705
location:
Boldut mine, Cavnic, Maramures Co., Romania
description:
Extremely sharp with lustrous sphalerite crystal 2.0 cm across is set beautifully in the center of this crystallized galena matrix with lustrous colorless translucent quartz crystals to 5.0 cm in length. Smaller sphalerite crystals are scattered throughout, as well as crystallized arsenopyrite. Excellent for the species from this long closed locality.
Size: 13.0 x 8.0 x 6.0 cm (cabinet)
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