Chalcocite coating Pyrite
specimen number:
4931148
location:
Chino Mine, Santa Rita, Grant Co., New Mexico, USA
description:
An interlocking cluster of sharp pyrite crystals, these coated with a thin layer of metallic chalcocite. Minor quartz present as well. This is crystallized completely all around and in good condition.
Size: 3.0 x 2.7 x 2.1 cm (thumbnail)
Collection: Nicholas Theis
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