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Sphalerite with Calcite from Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee

 
Sphalerite with Calcite from Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee

Sphalerite with Calcite from Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee

DESCRIPTION:No. 11428
Mineral:Sphalerite with Calcite
Locality:Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith County, Tennessee
Description:Beautiful large specimen of dark red sphalerite crystals to 5 cm on dolomite matrix with minor calcite. The sphalerite crystals have complex surfaces making them very showy. With good lighting the red is very apparent.
Overall Size:19x12x8 cm
Crystals:1-5 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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