Siderite with Pyrrhotite, Dolomite
specimen number:
8601003
location:
Morro Velho mine, Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil
description:
Classic Brazilian specimen with lustrous translucent crystals of siderite to 2.0 cm in size across the top of this matrix. Colorless crystals of lenticular dolomite and small crystals of metallic pyrrhotite, the latter measuring to 0.5 cm in size, are present as well. Minimal micro-chipping along the edges, this still in good condition.
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