Sphalerite with Galena, Quartz epimorphs
specimen number:
4521197
location:
Nenthead, Cumbria, England, UK
description: Lustrous crystals of sphalerite very rich across this crystallized quartz matrix with crystals of galena. The quartz matrix is actually showing epimorphs after previous cubic crystals of fluorite. The specimen is in very good condition with just slight micro-chipping present.
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