Sphalerite with Chalcopyrite, Gypsum
specimen number:
8605189
location:
Baxter Springs, Tri-State district, Kansas, USA
description:
Lustrous black crystal of sphalerite 2.3 cm across on matrix with smaller brilliant red partly gemmy sphalerite crystals averaging 0.2 cm in size. Gypsum and chalcopyrite present as well. Minimal chipping on one edge, this is still in good condition.
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