Fluorapatite with Siderite, Arsenopyrite
specimen number:
7991031
location:
Panasqueira mines, Covilha, Castelo Branco, Portugal
description:
Large rhombohedral crystals of siderite to 3.0 cm in size across the top of this matrix. Scattered nicely throughout are partially gemmy glassy tabular crystals of fluorapatite measuring to 1.0 cm in size. Slight chipping along the left side of the piece as seen, still in good condition. Micro crystals of arsenopyrite are present as well. Nice combination piece from this famous locality.
Size: 10.0 x 10.0 x 3.5 cm (cabinet)
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