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Fluorite with Chalcopyrite inclusions from 900' Level, Annabel Lee Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois

 
Fluorite with Chalcopyrite inclusions from 900' Level, Annabel Lee Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois

Fluorite with Chalcopyrite inclusions from 900' Level, Annabel Lee Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois

DESCRIPTION:No. 12458
Mineral:Fluorite with Chalcopyrite inclusions
Locality:900' Level, Annabel Lee Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois
Description:Cubic crystals of transparent fluorite with small inclusions of metallic chalcopyrite. The fluorite color is yellow with purple outer zones. Excellent luster and transparency. Scattered chipping on some edges.
Overall Size:8x7x4 cm
Crystals:1-3.5 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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