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Pyrite from French Creek Mine, St. Peters, Chester County, Pennsylvania

 
Pyrite from French Creek Mine, St. Peters, Chester County, Pennsylvania

DESCRIPTION:No. 12592
Mineral:Pyrite
Locality:French Creek Mine, St. Peters, Chester County, Pennsylvania
Description:Sharp octahedral pyrite crystals up to 1 cm in calcite matrix along with 2 loose crystals. The calcite has not been etched and still shows rhombic cleavages sharply. Originally acquired from Vassar College in 1939. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #BL566
Overall Size:7x5x4 cm
Crystals:5-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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