Sphalerite with Calcite, Galena
specimen number:
5005382
location:
Huxu mine, Dongxiang, Fuzhou, Jiangxi, China
description:
Superb sharp translucent deep red crystals of sphalerite measuring to 2.5 cm in size on a white crystallized calcite matrix. Minor galena is present. The sphalerite crystals exhibit very sharp twinning. A wonderful example for the species. Collected in 2021. In great condition.
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