Marcasite with Siderite, Calcite
specimen number:
8121046
location:
Panasqueira mines, Beira Baixa, Portugal
description:
Spectacular large cabinet example for the species from this classic locality. Large bright lustrous brassy coxcomb crystals of marcasite to 2.5 and 3.0 cm in height coming off a matrix of colorless crystallized calcite with minor siderite. Displays beautifully on its own, this is in terrific condition.
Size: 18.0 x 12.5 x 11.0 cm (large-cabinet)
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