Marcasite with Sphalerite
specimen number:
4571080
location:
Joplin, Tri-State District, Missouri, USA
description:
Classic old time specimen showing a large cluster of sphalerite crystals, these partially covered with coxcomb brassy crystals of marcasite. This is all set on a thin breccia plate matrix of chert. These sphalerite crystals show some iridescence. The specimen is crystallized completely all around and in great condition. The specimen will date back to pre-1970 for certain. The marcasite is still in very good condition and not showing any decripitation.
Size: 10.5 x 8.5 x 5.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Catherine J. & Bruce Paul Gaber
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Related by Mineral (Marcasite):
Marcasite-Arsenopyrite — Portugal
Origin: Level 3, Panasqueira Mines, Covilha, Castelo Branco, Portugal
Number: (5003082)
Size: 14.0 x 12.0 x 3.5 cm (cabinet)