Magnetite after Hematite with Siderite, Pyrite
specimen number:
1506927
location:
Vallone stope, Cape Calamita Mine, Capoliveri, Elba Island, Livorno Province, Tuscany, Italy
description:
Bladed crystals of what were once hematite now replaced by magnetite and coated with brown siderite crystals upon this 11.5 x 10.0 x 6.0 cm matrix. Minor pyrite present as well. Shipping weight: 2.39 pounds. Ex Renaud Vochten collection.
Size: 11.5 x 10.0 x 6.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Renaud Vochten
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