Galena-twin with Dolomite
specimen number:
7062201
location:
Big Bear Orebody, Fletcher Mine, Viburnum Trend, Reynolds Co., Missouri, USA
description: Superb bright lustrous twinned crystals of galena measuring to 3.0 cm across over the top of this 11.0 x 7.0 x 6.0 cm matrix. Pearly white crystals of dolomite are richly scattered throughout. This is an outstanding condition. Twinned crystals for the species are quite uncommon in this mining district, and when found in the past or normally not lustrous. These crystals are incredibly lustrous and excellent for this type of twinning for the species from the mining district. Shipping weight: 2.38 pounds.
Size: 11.0 x 7.0 x 6.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Viburnum Trend
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