Sphalerite with Quartz, Calcite
specimen number:
1501059
location:
Kangjiawan Mine, Shuikoushan ore field, Changning Co., Hengyang Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
description:
Deep red glassy crystal of sphalerite 1.5 cm in size nestled neatly amongst a breccia aided 14.0 x 12.0 x 4.0 cm quartz crystal coated matrix. The backside of the specimen is mostly covered by sparkling colorless translucent calcite crystals to 1.5 cm. The sphalerite crystals in excellent condition, there is damage to some of the calcite on the backside of the piece. Shipping weight: 0.94 pounds. Ex Renaud Vochten collection
Size: 14.0 x 12.0 x 4.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Renaud Vochten
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