Wulfenite with Mimetite, Calcite
specimen number:
4981019
location:
Ojuela mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
description:
Lustrous caramel colored blocky pseudo-cubic crystals of wulfenite measuring to 1.0 cm in size and scattered nicely across the top of this matrix with small white crystals of calcite. Micro-chipping present but very minimal, this is in good condition. Quite nice for the species from this famous Mexican locality. Minor mimetite present as well.
Size: 13.0 x 6.0 x 2.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Douglas Paone
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