Silver var. Kongsbergite
specimen number:
5002417
location:
Imiter mine, Jebel Saghro, Draa-Tafilalet, Morocco
description:
A large crystallized grouping of native silver, the variety known as kongsbergite due to the presence of mercury. This is in great condition and impressive for its size. Previous label from the collection of Jordi Fabre dating the specimen to 1990.
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