Sphalerite with Marcasite, Pyrite, Quartz, Chalcopyrite
specimen number:
2212159
location:
Pelican Mine, Ottawa Co., Oklahoma, USA
description: Large complex grouping of sphalerite crystals 6.0 cm in size, these mostly coated with brilliant golden crystals of bladed marcasite and micro pyrite, set on a breccia matrix that is coated with sparkling micro crystals of quartz. Chalcopyrite present as well, this colorful and attractive piece is in good condition. The Pelican Mine, situated near Picher in Ottawa County, Oklahoma, served as a noteworthy component of the prolific Picher Field within the Tri-State Mining District. Geologically, the mine focused on Mississippi Valley-Type (MVT) deposits where metal-
Size: 9.0 x 7.5 x 4.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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