Sphalerite with Quartz, Fluorite, Galena
specimen number:
4061166
location:
Deardorff mine, Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
description:
Lustrous black crystals of sphalerite to 0.4 cm in size across both sides of this matrix with purple crystals of fluorite to 1.2 cm in size. Minor galena present. The matrix is mostly coated with quartz. Minimal chipping present still in good condition.
Size: 12.0 x 7.0 x 4.0 cm (cabinet)
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